You were driving home when you saw an unusual flicker in the corner of your eye. By the time you looked over to see what it was, the headlights of the vehicle were colliding with your passenger-side door. You didn’t have time to do anything to prepare for the crash. As you started to wake up on the ride to the hospital, you realized that you were involved in a significant crash. You were in pain and couldn’t breathe well….

The first week of daylight saving time is always a time for Colorado residents to be more careful on the road. The reason is that the loss of one hour of sleep makes everyone drowsy, raising the risk for crashes. In fact, a study published in Current Biology has found that there are 6% more fatal car crashes in the U.S. during the first week of DST. An estimated 28 more fatal crashes occur in this week each year, and…

Many Colorado drivers are excited about the potential for increased safety presented by many newer vehicle technologies. Systems like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist have developed out of the research into autonomous driving. They make it possible for cars to sense distance from those ahead and stay in their lanes. These technologies have significant potential to make the roadways safer, making accidents less likely. However, some road safety advocates warn that such promising technologies may actually increase the risk…

As a resident of Colorado, you don’t have to wonder if you’ll come face-to-face with inclement weather this winter season. You know that it will happen, it’s just a matter of when. If you find yourself operating a motor vehicle in less than ideal weather, it’s critical to consider the steps you can take to enhance your safety. Understanding the top causes of wintertime accidents can help keep you safe. Poor visibility: Snow, rain, ice and fog can all cause poor…

The number of fatalities among drivers and passengers in car accidents in Colorado and across the country declined in 2018. While this seems like good news, it came alongside other disturbing statistics that show that pedestrian and cyclist deaths are continuing to rise. The data are prompting some advocates and agencies to consider more stringent safety standards to protect walkers and bikers on the road. During 2018, over 36,000 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes across the country. This…