Many Ohio residents welcome the arrival of fall, happily anticipating the season’s beautiful colors and crisp, cool weather. However, the beauty of fall comes with its share of risk and danger. Contrary to what you might believe, winter isn’t the most dangerous season...
The facts about drowsy driving
We are a sleep-deprived nation. Over one-third of U.S. adults sleep less than seven hours a night, and approximately 3.3 million people are chronically fatigued. Therefore, it’s highly likely that many of the people you share a road with are driving drowsy. What does...
How to stay visible on the roads as the nights get longer
It’s getting darker earlier and lighter later, and there is still some way to go until the shortest day. That means that more and more of you are going to be traveling on the roads in the dark. Whether you are in a car, on a motorcycle, bicycle or on foot, staying...
The top 3 challenges of driving in Cincinnati
Most motorists are likely aware that while driving adds a great deal of convenience to their lives, it can also present safety risks. As such, motorists in Cincinnati may wonder about the top challenges that driving in the Queen City presents. Many people may not...
Are you safer on rural or urban roads?
When it comes to road safety, there is sometimes a big gap between perception and reality. People will feel much safer than they actually are, usually because they’re in an area that they’re familiar with. One example of this comes from rural roads. Those who drive in...
What are Ohio leaders doing to make work zones safer for all?
There’s no question that when drivers speed or otherwise drive unsafely in a road work zone, they endanger not just the people working there but other motorists in the area as well. Nearly 1,000 road projects are planned throughout Ohio this summer. Earlier this...
Older and younger drivers are more likely to cause car accidents
Driving is a skill that evolves with age and experience, which makes older drivers less likely to make mistakes and younger drivers more prone to avoidable mishaps. So, how come both particularly younger and older drivers alike are more likely to cause – and otherwise...
How the school bus driver shortage endangers everyone
The new school year got off to a rough start in Louisville, Kentucky, last month when a “transportation disaster,” as officials called it, stranded children trying to get home and caused schools to be closed while they worked to resolve the issue. Part of the problem...
5 roundabout safety tips
Roundabouts have increasingly become an integral part of the driving landscape in Cincinnati, offering a more efficient and safer alternative to traditional intersections. However, navigating these road sections can be somewhat intimidating for some, and...
5 tips to avoid hydroplaning
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle's tires roll on top of a layer of water. The cause of this is often because the tires on a car can have difficulty channeling water through the tread to keep in contact with the road. As the tires roll on top of the water, a driver...