It is no secret how dangerous traveling by motor vehicle can be; recent data confirms that traveling on foot is risky, too. Between 2010 and 2019, more than 160,000 people died in New York state as a result of pedestrian accidents. Accident statistic analysts are...
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Bicycling for fun, exercise or commute carries accident risks
Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in New York. There is no getting away from the fact that bicyclists involved in car accidents typically fare far worse than the occupants of enclosed vehicles. However, traumatic accidents are preventable if both...
Preparing for the unthinkable on your bike
Those in New York for whom bicycling is a typical mode of transportation or exercise do not have to be told of the risks. Even in areas where bike lanes are provided, bicyclists may still be exposed to fast-moving traffic, distracted drivers and busy intersections....
Intersections are prime places for car accidents
If there is one thing New York drivers cannot avoid, it is intersections. While many drivers find intersections a source of frustration and a waste of valuable time, the fact is that they are also among the most dangerous places to be. More than half of all car...
Company says its data can ID and improve dangerous intersections
Big data seems to be a new reality in just about every aspect of our lives. Most Americans are now aware of the privacy they forfeit each time they use a social media platform or search engine. But we shouldn’t forget that big data can also be used to help people, if...
What’s the difference between car and trucking accidents?
It may seem obvious to say that trucking accidents are different from car accidents. However, it is more than just the difference in the vehicle sizes that puts trucking accidents in a category of their own. New York drivers may have many more factors to consider when...
What will it take for teens to stop texting while driving?
Parents in New York may not like the answer to the above question. However, a recent survey by a leading insurance company revealed that the threat of a ticket or other penalty is not what would convince most teens to leave their phones in their pockets or purses...
4 reasons why SUVs are deadly to pedestrians
Safety advocates in New York and across the country keep a close eye on the trends and statistics related to traffic injuries and fatalities. They are gratified to see that fatal motor vehicle accidents are generally declining across the United States. The downside is...