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In Maine and across the nation, thousands of car accidents happen every year due to tired drivers. This is especially true at this time of the year when the nights get longer and earlier after daylight saving time ends. So, just how dangerous are drowsy drivers on our roads? Here's what you need to know....

Pedestrian fatalities and injuries are rising every year, both nationwide and in Maine. A major factor is the increase in pedestrian accidents involving larger vehicles like SUVs and pickup trucks. In response, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed new measures to reduce these accidents and keep pedestrians safer on the road. “We...

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has taken a bold step toward reducing traffic fatalities with vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology, as discussed in Saving Lives with Connectivity: A Plan to Accelerate V2X Deployment. This V2X Plan aims to bring cutting-edge vehicle-to-everything technologies to roads nationwide and support USDOT's commitment to achieving zero roadway deaths. The V2X...

Pedestrian accidents are among the most devastating types of traffic incidents, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities due to the vulnerable nature of those on foot. Unlike drivers and passengers in vehicles, pedestrians have little protection, putting them at a high risk of life-altering injuries when struck by a car. These accidents can occur...

Major automakers are challenging a new federal rule on advanced automatic emergency braking systems. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation has asked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to reconsider its April 2024 mandate, which requires nearly all new cars and trucks to have advanced emergency braking systems by 2029. The NHTSA rule sets ambitious...

With summer in full swing, teens across Maine are hoping for freedom and fun. However, this period, known as the "100 Deadliest Days," brings a sharp increase in car accidents and fatalities involving teen drivers. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the risk of crashes skyrockets due to increased driving time and risky behaviors. From...

It's now peak motorcycle riding season in Waterville, Maine, as motorcyclists dust off their bikes and hit the open road. While riding a motorcycle can be an exhilarating experience, there is a risk of being involved in a collision with a motor vehicle, especially when other drivers don't watch out for bikers. Unlike enclosed vehicles,...

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and Maine is stepping up its efforts to tackle this issue that affects countless lives every day. Distracted driving is extremely dangerous because it diverts a driver's attention away from the road, impairing their ability to maneuver a vehicle safely. Each year, around 3,000 lives are lost due...

Pedestrians are often at risk of being hit by a car when crossing the street or walking alongside a road. When pedestrian accidents happen, one of the most overlooked injuries is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). How common are TBIs in pedestrian accidents? Traumatic brain injuries due to pedestrian accidents happen at an alarming rate....

Why are car accident fatalities trending down? The number of people who died in car accidents in Maine went down significantly last year to the lowest figure since 2014 and one of the lowest overall car accident fatality tolls in Maine in more than half a century, according to data collected by the Maine Bureau...