Auto Accidents

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as many as 9 people die every day because of distracted driving. This means that about 10 percent of all motor vehicle deaths are caused by a distracted driver. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and we would like to pull over and talk about…

Driving comes with its inherent risks, but add an aggressive driver to the mix and it is a recipe for disaster. At one time or another, you probably had to deal with an aggressive driver, but the one thing you probably didn’t do is report it. It’s important to learn the signs of aggressive driving,…

During the holiday season, it’s easier than ever to be distracted while driving. Maybe you’re traveling longer distances than usual to visit family and friends. Maybe you’re experiencing sleep deprivation from the shopping and cooking and decorating. Or, maybe you’re carrying more passengers than usual. Driving is never a time for multitasking. If you feel…

If you are like most drivers, you’ve probably gone over the speed limit, or maybe even parked in a no parking zone. Overconfident drivers tend to be the most likely to ignore road signs. No matter how long you’ve been driving or how clean your driving record is, ignoring road signs puts yourself and others…

Every year during the summer, millions of U.S. residents will hit the road to head down the coast, over the mountains or across the country. It’s estimated that in 2019, half of family travelers will travel by car, according to AAA. Yet the likelihood to be involved in a car accident is far greater than…

Every year, families across the U.S. celebrate Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer. Unfortunately, that same day is when teen crash deaths sharply increase. The “100 Deadliest Days” for teenage drivers start Memorial Day and continue through the summer months. Compared with other days of the year, the average number of crashes for…

You have probably seen the bright yellow bumper stickers reminding you to watch for motorcycles, but how closely do you follow this advice? Are you aware of the best way to watch for motorcycles, how to safely follow them in traffic and avoid an accident with one? As riders are taking advantage of the warmer…

Have you ever been tempted to take a Sunday drive, or the scenic route to your everyday destinations? Many of us associate warm, pleasant weather with rural driving. While it can be relaxing to drive down the back roads, admiring the sights while listening to your favorite playlist with the windows rolled down, rural driving…

From green beer to Irish coffee, alcoholic beverages take the spotlight on St. Patrick’s Day from morning to night. With so much drinking, we urge pedestrians and drivers to be alert and aware of their surroundings. Alcohol-related crashes resulting in death decreased in Pennsylvania in 2019 from 2018, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation…

How Well Do You Know PA Driving Laws? While we know you are tested on a daily basis as a driver (both in terms of skill and patience), we thought it would be fun, and hopefully educational, to offer a refresher course in PA driving laws. Take our quiz to see if you are up…

As temperatures drop, and York braces for wintry driving conditions, it’s important to prepare yourself and your vehicle. Last year, we offered a complete guide to winter driving. But we recognize even the best preparations cannot always prevent a bad-weather accident from occurring. In 2020, PennDOT reported more than 26,000 accidents in bad weather (snow,…

As we move into the end of the year, the days are becoming shorter, which means, for many motorists, more time spent driving at night. It is estimated that fatalities from automobile accidents are three times greater at night than during the day. Whether you are a seasoned night owl, or an occasional night-time driver,…

Chances are you feel fairly confident on your knowledge of PA driving laws. You know to obey posted signs including speed limits and stop signs. You know to always buckle up and you know that it is illegal to drive under the influence or while texting. However, there are some PA driving laws that are…