Ford, known for its love of commissioning and conducting studies and surveys among other things, recently conducted a survey of drivers in Asia Pacific to learn more about the perils of distraction. What it found was that parents tend to be the more distracted adult drivers, with 43% of drivers with children having been distracted…
This time of year is especially dangerous on our nation’s roadways, as it combines holiday celebrations with potentially dangerous weather conditions. Instead of waiting for Christmas next week to start the fight against drunk driving as usual, government agencies have changed the launch date of their ad campaigns to tonight’s release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Better Than…
Intelligent Active Wellness car seat Image: Reuters via Youtube It seems like, lately, car manufacturers are all about making the car smarter—nowadays, car manufacturers have promised and delivered advanced technologies to protect the driver from circumstances they can’t avoid, ranging from Blind Spot Warning systems and the simple backup camera systems on many new cars…
We’re a step closer to developing a roadside test for driver sleepiness thanks to new research from our scientists: https://t.co/oJONkU8NhV pic.twitter.com/quVZs4ePoU — University of Surrey (@UniOfSurrey) October 3, 2018 Drowsy driving contributes to 100,000 crashes (and 80,000 injuries, 6,500 deaths) each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite the severity of this roadside…
On certain roads in Michigan, drivers will find a speed limit of 75 miles per hour, allowing their inner speed demon a legal way to lash out. But, a road crowded with speed demons, even law-abiding ones, has caused a lot of trouble and pain to motorists. Celebrate the Cold: With these Winter activities in…
It turns out the men who raced at dangerously high speeds through a Beverly Hills suburb–packed full of children–did not have diplomatic immunity, according to Jalopnik. The problem is police still can’t arrest anyone because they can’t determine who was driving the vehicles, which is required to press charges under state law. Additionally, the house where the…
Every dog has its day… and that day is today. August 26th is National Dog Day, so today people and their pets are out celebrating the holiday in a variety of different ways. Chevrolet is getting in on the festivities, too, with a new video highlighting how the Oakland County (Michigan) K-9 Unit uses Chevrolet…
As alternative fuel sources and environmental regulations rise, the formerly coal-mining areas of West Virginia have been emptying, with some areas living in poverty. One such area is the town of Marlinton, high up in the hills of Pocahontas County. With a population of just over 1,000, Marlinton is the largest town in the county….
A sign in Utah discouraging drowsy driving National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Administrator Mark Rosekind, speaking Monday at a safety conference in Chicago, says that the agency intends to place more emphasis on curbing drowsy driving around the United States. Though drowsy driving is not granted nearly as much attention as drunk or distracted…
It’s one way to spend an evening with the family Photo: Fox 25 How do you spend your Friday nights? Downtown, out on the party scene? Or sitting at home, binge-watching Netflix? A family from North Andover, Massachusetts, spent their Friday night at an unorthodox location: a car dealership. Only this wasn’t a venue they…
Forget a cash reward, this guy offered donuts for whoever could find his car Photo: Amiga-Commodore After waking up on Monday, June 29th, to find his 2004 Cadillac CTS had been stolen, Indiana native J.C. Price first called police, then posted a reward on Facebook of 25 dozen donuts for information leading to the thief’s…
Video depicting magician getting out of a speeding ticket by solving a Rubik’s Cube likely fake because of course it is You’ve probably been in a situation before where there are red and blue lights whipping around in your rear-view mirror and you’re sitting in the driver’s seat biting your nails and thinking “okay, I’m pretty sure…
Hyundai Genesis owners in South Korea have the special feature to avoid speeding tickets We can’t blame Hyundai for showing a bit of favoritism to its native country of South Korea. We’ve already been blessed just by getting to own the the sleek, fierce Genesis. Clearly we’re appreciative of that with the Genesis’ sales numbers….
There are speed traps all over the country, with officers setting up shop roadside, hoping to deter speeding and catch those breaking the law. But speed traps aren’t the only time you need to keep an eye out for police officers. Oftentimes, police go undercover in unmarked cars. So how do you spot an unmarked…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has deemed July as Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. And just because today is final day of July, doesn’t mean your anti-theft practices should be abandoned. Check Out: Three of the best map apps for your summer road trip According to the NHTSA, 765,000 drivers deal with a vehicle theft…
Jantzen-James Mata’s Mugshot Photo: Big Island Police One Hilo, Hawaii resident said Aloha (the goodbye kind) to freedom and Aloha (the hello kind) to jail time after he was found asleep behind the wheel of a car he had stolen. According to Hawaii News Now, 30-year-old Jantzen-James Mata was arrested by Big Island Police on…
Photo: Paul Townsend Driving a vehicle comes with its set of risks. Mistakes you make behind the wheel can cost you your life or the lives of others. In an effort to hold ourselves and others accountable, dash cams have quickly become mainstream. Rather than play the he-said-she-said game, it looks like consumers are turning…
To celebrate 15 years of its Ford Driving Skills for Life program, Ford Motor Company Fund this month honored six individuals with the title of Unsung Heroes of Highway Safety. The award-winners were determined via a survey conducted in part with the Governors Highway Safety Association, and they were honored in person at a special…
To the surprise of few, Ford is selling a whole bunch of SUVs. Like a whole bunch. More than it has ever sold in the first five months of any previous year ever, in fact. With 325,475 SUVs out the door for US customers already, the Blue Oval is opting to cut summer vacation shutdown…
7 million Americans may have had their driver’s licenses suspended over failing to pay costs related to traffic infractions Photo: Vance Air Force Base Getting pulled over and receiving a traffic ticket is bad enough. But for many impoverished Americans, it can lead to a life-altering disaster. More than 7 million people across the country…
Fast, fly, and not camera-shy Photo: Squeezyboy The smallest winged creatures can ruin a good picture. They can also do a number on your car — just ask Minnesota drivers. In this case, this flying dove photobomb from early last week may have been a gracious gift from above for a German driver. The person…
Movies that involve cars more often than not involve car chases. When you have a big chase scene set up, you want a vehicle that packs a lot of power and possesses a ton of muscle. So it should come as no surprise that plenty of feature films feature Dodge vehicles. From classic models to…
Ford Motor Company and its employees around the world raised a total of $1,133,447 million for coronavirus relief over the last four months. The COVID-19 Donation Match Program announced in April promised to match up to $500,000 in employee donations, and the final tally reveals the generosity of the workers who make Ford what it is….
Ron Reolfi of Canton, Ohio said he drove around for weeks looking for his 1968 Camaro SS after it was stolen from a grocery store parking lot 34 years ago, and he had almost forgotten about the vehicle until he got a call from police last year, saying they found his prized Chevrolet. Ron’s father…
Image: benjamint444 All right, we are going to put this bluntly: thousands of severed possum tails have been appearing scattered across various large and small roads in the Auckland and Northland regions of New Zealand this past weekend. Drivers have taken to Facebook posting pictures, noting the loose, fresh mammal tails littering the highway, sometimes…
While all new drivers must complete driver’s ed and driving exams to obtain a license, the process is a bit lengthier depending on which country you’re in. Here are four countries with pretty arduous documentation and testing requirements for applicants. Saudi Arabia There’s a long list of required documents you’ll have to procure and steps…
Effectiveness of safety tech Photo: GM General Motors offers an array of driver assistance, headlighting, and safety features in its vehicles. Recently, GM ran a study to determine the effectiveness of such features, and it turns out that many of the features help lower the amount of crashes. Safety and More Tech: 2019 Chevrolet Blazer…
You probably don’t know the name Tadge Juechter (let alone want to try to pronounce it), but if you are a muscle car enthusiast, you really should: Tadge served as Chief Engineer for the 2014 Corvette Stingray that has been earning accolades from anyone with a pulse. One of those who will likely be singing…
Photo: Joe Bielawa Late Wednesday evening, while attempting to leave a church service in Beverly Hills, Justin Bieber accidentally clipped a paparazzi photographer with the side of his pick-up truck. As Justin exited the church and made his way to his truck, the pop-singer and his vehicle were swarmed by paparazzi. Justin got into his car…
People driving black cars like this tiny driver are more likely to get tickets than other drivers When I was shopping for my first car, I remember my mother telling me to stay away from a red exterior. Why? Because it’s the color that’s most likely to get pulled over. Turns out, my mom was…
If you’ve missed Stephen Colbert since he went off the air in December of last year, you’re in luck. Not only is the comedian returning to TV with The Late Show on CBS beginning September 8th, but you can now hear him berate you as you drive if you use the Waze app. Check out…
Photo: The News Wheel When you’re involved in a car accident, sometimes knowing what to do can seem overwhelming. As with all stressful situations, take a moment to gather your thoughts and take a deep breath. Knowing exactly what information you need to obtain from other involved parties will help you stay calm and in…
A number of GM recalls and stop-sales materialized over the weekend, to no one’s surprise. I’ll save you the time of having to endure my now trite cynicism of The General, and just go ahead and tell you why your cars might kill you this time around: General Motors recalled 117,000 various vehicles in North…
These human traffic cones really know how to celebrate Halloween Halloween is a time for all kinds of shenanigans—and not just in the United States. Over the Halloween weekend in Kingston, England, the police department was called out to deal with some traffic issues—only to discover that the traffic issues were caused by a group…
80 MPH speed limit sign in Utah Despite the old adage that speed kills, it’s become increasing clear that speed limits on highways are little more than politely-acknowledged suggestions more often than not. As such, there have been efforts to increase speed limits in various parts of the country over the last several years. Today,…
Legalization of Roadblocks for Investigations. Photo: versageek Just after midnight on August 23, 1997, a 70-year old man riding his bike was struck and killed by a motorist on a highway in Lombard, Illinois. Exactly one week later at the same time and place, police set up a roadblock, stopping each passing motorist and handing out flyers…
The boa was found in a very constrictive environment Photo: Leandro Avelar It’s not uncommon to find animals hiding in your engine bay. Creatures that tend to cuddle up with an engine range anywhere between a cat and a squirrel. Most of these creatures tend to be quite small in size. However, Joe Reed, a resident…
The photo Kim Kardashian instagrammed after her accident TMZ is reporting that a black GMC Yukon carrying three of our nation’s most prominent Kardashians skidded off an icy road in Montana and crashed into a ditch this weekend. There was reportedly no damage to the vehicle or its passengers, and there were no citations issued…
The 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 this weekend was a major milestone for the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” inspiring 350,000 fans to attend. And with the record crowds came record amounts of trash. Due to its admittedly awesome policy of allowing fans to bring in coolers full of beer cans (and full kegs if…
Photo: Shivam Maurya via Pexels Mobile gaming is massively popular, and racing games routinely rank among the most popular titles on both the iPhone’s App Store and Google Play. You can find titles from well-known series like Need for Speed, but some of the most interesting driving-based games are smaller, independent titles. Here are four unique driving…
No matter where you live, earning your driver’s license is an exciting time. You’re finally free to get behind the wheel of a car without someone next to you, and you can (theoretically) go wherever you want to. For one German teenager, that freedom was a bit too intoxicating and he managed to lose his…
A group of teenagers got caught stealing late last year after connecting their cell phones to a stolen Jeep’s Uconnect infotainment system In today’s age, having a car that keeps you connected while you’re out on the road is a top priority for many people. That is, unless you’re stealing said car. At the end…
Photo: Pexels On July 26, college student Jordan Dinsmore escaped after being kidnapped outside her apartment complex. The 20-year-old criminal justice major from Columbia, South Carolina was pulling into her apartment complex’s parking lot after a late night at work; it was around 12:30 a.m. After parking and exiting her vehicle, she was jumped by…
Okay, this is getting a bit ridiculous, but here we go. Uber is making headlines for the millionth time (they’re giving the Kardashians a run for their money) and it’s for a not-so-good reason. To be fair, none of Uber’s headlines have been good lately, but still. Last week, the province of Quebec put forth rules…
From left: Sean Bratches (Commercial Director), Chase Carey (CEO and Chairman of Liberty Media), and Ross Brawn (Sporting Director) At a meeting held at the Bahrain International Circuit, Formula One today presented the FIA and teams its proposal for the strategic future of the sport from 2021 and on, including a new budget cap that…
Normally, when someone calls the police while absolutely wasted, the end result is the police picking them up for an easy, head-shaking arrest, followed by us mocking them on the internet. However, police in Aurora, Colorado, don’t want that. When you’ve had too much to drink, Aurora Police wants you to call them, and not…
Saudi Arabian Flag Image: yasser zareaa The Saudi Arabian government announced in September that it would allow women to drive in June of 2018. Beyond that, we were not exactly sure about the details of how women would be able to get their licenses. Considering how complex Saudi Arabia and its laws surrounding women are,…
We live in a country where you are free to be stupid Photo: houstondwiPhotos mp Over the Independence Day holiday weekend, one group of Massachusetts residents decided to get rowdier than the crowd at the Boston Tea Party. Only tea wasn’t their drink of preference. Alcohol was, and lots of it! What resulted was bizarre…
It just won’t go! Yes, of course I tried offering the voice command lady a drink! York Regional Police in King Township, Canada received a very interesting phone call early November 24th. Rather than someone calling to report a crime though, the man, 27-year-old Andrew Scuglia, merely wanted to police’s help starting his car. At…
Deer season is almost here; stay safe this fall with some practical strategies Photo: Dwight Burdette One-point-five million deer-vehicle collisions happen each year, according to an estimate from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Car incidents involving deer peak during deer breeding season, which runs from October through early January. Although autumn isn’t here…
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