Posts by Mike Glisson

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “In 2016, about 7,400 older adults (aged 65+) were killed and more than 290,000 were treated in emergency departments for motor vehicle crash injuries…Involvement in fatal crashes, per mile traveled, begins increasing among drivers ages 70‒74 and are highest among drivers ages 85 and older.” Although Americans…

1. Focus on Safety first Assess injuries If injuries aren’t too serious pull your car to the side and turn it off Assure you’re out of the way of traffic Do not leave the scene 2.  Get help Call the police immediatley,  even if the accident seems minor 3. Collect Data Other drivers name  Their license…

Your body can show major effects from an experience that is particularly stressful. A car accident can effect you psychologically as much as it can effect you physically. Some may experience anxiety after the trauma. Many people may not want to drive after an incident. This can change your schedule as the fear would keep…

A car accident can vary in it’s severity. However, no matter its severity an injury could occur. So many different injuries are possible during a traumatic experience like a car accident but a few are more common than others. Here are some of the most common injuries caused by a car crash: Whip lash Whip…

Automated driving can sound like a scary advancement into a new era of technology. However, vehicles now already have certain amenities that could be seen as partially automative. “A number of today’s new motor vehicles have technology that helps drivers avoid drifting into adjacent lanes or making unsafe lane changes, or that warns drivers of…

Vehicle rollovers can be intensely violent and dangerous. There are ways to attempt to prevent vehicle rollovers. Safer car has posted a list of causes which can help us decide what steps to take to avoid a rollover. According to safer car here is the list of factors behind a roll over: Vehicle type “taller, narrower…

Going out with friends and family on New Years Eve is such a fun time. Many people have a drink or two while waiting for the ball to drop and the new year to begin. Before you celebrate, think about how you’re going to get home safely. New Years Eve is one of the nights…

Whether you’re riding you bike to school, to work, for exercise or just around town it is important to keep the essential safety measures in mind. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, “bicycles on the roadway are vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles”. “Regardless of the season bicyclist deaths…

Along with the cold weather comes the snow. According to Safe Winter Roads.org, “Over 1,300 people are killed and more than 116,800 people are injured in vehicle crashes on snowy, slushy or icy pavement annually.” If you are in an area where snowfall occurs, which is about 70% of the nation, follow these tips provided…

Temperatures are dropping and winter weather is here. Breaking down on the side of the road is never a good thing but add in cold weather and it could be a nightmare. According to AAA the top three reasons for a breakdown include problems with the battery, engine or tires. So, it is important to…