When we get behind the wheel of a car, we
take on a huge responsibility. We take on a responsibility for the safety of
other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. The unfortunate news is that car
accidents are very common. However, the good news is that they can be
prevented. Do you know what are the top three causes of car accidents? They may
not be what you think they are.
1. Distracted Driving
The leading cause of car accidents is distracted driving, whether it is talking or texting on the phone, eating, reading, or talking to other passengers in the vehicle. Drivers using a hand-held device are actually four times more likely to get into a car accident than those who are not. And if you’re texting while driving, you are then 23 times more likely to get into an accident. Leave the multi-tasking behind and give your undivided attention to the road. Such a preventable action could end up costing you or someone else’s life.
The leading cause of car accidents is distracted driving, whether it is talking or texting on the phone, eating, reading, or talking to other passengers in the vehicle. Drivers using a hand-held device are actually four times more likely to get into a car accident than those who are not. And if you’re texting while driving, you are then 23 times more likely to get into an accident. Leave the multi-tasking behind and give your undivided attention to the road. Such a preventable action could end up costing you or someone else’s life.
2. Speeding
Speeding contributes to about a third of
all car accidents in America. The faster you are going, the riskier it is for
you and others on the road. It’s never worth saving an extra 10 minutes when
there are lives on the line. Practice safe driving habits and follow the speed
limit.
3. Drunk Driving
Drunk driving is one of the most dangerous
things a person could do on the road. According to MADD (Mothers Against Drunk
Driving), a person dies every 52 minutes in a drunk driving related accident.
This is why you should always have a designated driver or take a cab home.
Also, if you suspect your friend is too drunk to drive, make sure they don’t
get behind the wheel. Drunk driving is extremely irresponsible to the safety of
others on the road.
Now that you know the top three causes,
just think about how many accidents could be prevented and how many lives could
be saved if everyone put their phone away, obeyed the speed limit, and didn’t
drive drunk. You can be a responsible citizen by straying away from these
actions and help make the road safer for everyone.
If
you or someone you know has been involved in a car crash or truck accident in
Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Lansing, Flint, Ann Arbor,
Livonia, Dearborn, Canton, Westland, Troy, Farmington Hills, Southfield,
Waterford or any other city in Michigan, make sure to contact Motor City
Accident Attorneys by calling 1-800-411-PAIN. Motor City Accident Attorneys
know how stressful a car accident can be and want to help you get back on your
feet. They will fight tirelessly for your rights and help you get the
compensation you deserve, according to your specific case. Make sure to follow
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