The growing rate of roadway deaths due to motor vehicle accidents is a major issue both for everyday drivers and state officials in Virginia. In response to this public concern, the National Governors Association issued a report that seeks to provide guidance and best...
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Month: February 2018
Proposed change in truck driving hours of service rule
Truck drivers in Virginia and around the country may be able to take advantage of a change in an hours of service rule if a proposal by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is implemented. Currently, truck drivers are on a 14-hour clock that requires...
Follow these tips to get your motorcycle ready for spring
With spring right around the corner, you are probably eager to get back on your motorcycle to take in the Virginia landscape. However, before you set out on your first post-winter ride, there are some things you need to do to get your motorcycle ready for the road.If...
AAA researchers study frequency of drowsy driving
In Virginia and the rest of the U.S., drowsy driving is a common factor in accidents. Government statistics show that 1 to 2 percent of all accidents involve drowsy driving, but the number may actually be higher since there is no way for officers to measure drowsiness...
Allstate monitors phone usage by its insured drivers
Virginia motorists know they shouldn't text and drive or use hand-held cell phones when they are behind the wheel. Not paying attention to the road has been proven to cause car accidents. An increase in their auto insurance premiums could just be the incentive for...