Can AI Make Texas Roadways Safer?

Texas is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) in an attempt to make our entire transportation system safer and more efficient. The Artificial Intelligence Strategic Plan is a sprawling, multi-faceted initiative to harness the power of AI. The T...

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Do You Have To Slow Down For Emergency and TxDOT Vehicles?

Car accidents are often the result of unusual or unexpected situations. Depending on your driving habits, you may go a long time without seeing any emergency vehicles, tow trucks or Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) vehicles. Knowing how ...

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Motorcycle Awareness Month in Texas

Texas is home to countless motorcycle enthusiasts. These riders all across the state deserve the same respect and deference as any other travelers on the road. May is Motorcycle Awareness Month in the U.S., and few states stand to benefit as much...

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Best Car for a New Texas Driver

Parents face a host of challenges when it comes to keeping their children safe. The teenage years can be particularly challenging, as you increasingly feel the need to keep them safe from themselves as well as others. Picking a car for a new drive...

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Are EVs or Gas Vehicles Safer?

The market for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow despite some setbacks. But should drivers expect our roads to be safer or more dangerous based on the increase in EVs? Things could certainly change as new companies enter the market. But righ...

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Does the Color of Your Car Impact Safety?

Some car buyers care more about color than others. Even if it's not high on your list, chances are you have colors you prefer and colors you'd rather avoid. Typically, though, car safety is not a consideration—but perhaps it should be. Which Car C...

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What Does a Typical Car Crash Look Like?

Car crashes are disturbingly common. That said, they are not an everyday occurrence for most of the individuals who experience them. Most people will experience, at most, one or two accidents in their entire lives. Quite a few will be fortunate enoug...

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Fatal Car Accidents in the U.S. Continue To Fall

Recent data shows that a good trend in auto safety continued in 2024. Estimates from the first three quarters of 2024 show that the number of deaths from auto accidents was down from 2023. If these estimates are correct, that will mean auto fatalitie...

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10 Safe Driving Tips From the NHTSA

The beginning of the year feels like a fresh start. We use the start of a new year to focus on things we'd like to do better in the future. Most New Year's resolutions involve self-improvement—things like creating better habits and showing more gra...

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Do Safety Inspections Prevent Accidents?

Yearly safety inspections will no longer be required to register a vehicle in Texas. Will that legal change lead to an uptick in car accidents? Vehicle Maintenance Is a Known Safety Issue A properly maintained vehicle is less likely to be involved...

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