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New Year, New Driving Habits: How To Be a Better Driver in 2024
Bad driving habits have become increasingly prevalent in recent years in Kansas and across the nation. Many drivers who are in a hurry may speed, multi-task, or run through red lights. Some drivers even become comfortable driving impaired, tired, or distracted. However, it only takes a split second for one of these bad habits to...
Read MoreHolidays Bring Higher Risk of Impaired Driving Crashes
Kansas motorists reminded to driver sober this holiday season. The holiday season in Kansas can be a special time of year. However, it is also a time when car accidents caused by drunk drivers become more frequent. To combat this issue and prevent collisions caused by impaired drivers during the holiday season, several organizations have...
Read MoreKDOT's Major Expansion Project Aims to Solve Wichita's Traffic Woes
The Kansas Department of Transportation recently began preparation work on a $260 million road improvement project designed to reduce traffic congestion on Kansas State Highway 96 in Wichita as well as reduce the number of car accidents in Kansas' largest city. "This timely project will address deteriorating pavement conditions, congestion and safety issues on K-96,...
Read MoreU.S. Traffic Deaths Decline, But Kansas Stays Level
Early fatal crash estimates for 2023 are giving traffic safety advocates hope that a dramatic rise in deadly traffic accidents will finally decrease. Over the first two quarters of 2023, the number of road deaths decreased by 3.3 percent nationwide compared to last year. In Kansas, fatal car accidents are about the same as last...
Read MoreCompensation for Concussion After a Car Accident
Car accidents in Kansas frequently lead to severe injuries, with concussions being one of the most common outcomes. These traumatic brain injuries can occur when the brain is jolted or strikes the inside of the skull due to the impact of a car crash. Seeking immediate medical attention is crucial for concussion victims, as the...
Read MoreWichita Reports Decrease in Fatal Car Accidents
This is a good sign, but more needs to be done to protect road users. Fewer fatal car accidents have occurred so far this year in Wichita, according to city officials, who are encouraged by the trend but warned residents to remain vigilant and do their part to keep car accident deaths low. “Watch your...
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accidents Skyrocket in Kansas & the US
In recent years, fatal pedestrian accidents have been on the rise across the United States, posing a significant threat to public safety. Unfortunately, Kansas has not been exempt from this alarming trend. Understanding the pedestrian fatality trend The surge in fatal pedestrian accidents is a national concern. Since 2010, pedestrian deaths have skyrocketed by 77%,...
Read MoreKansas Teen Driver Fatalities: Nearly 1/3 Occur in Summer Months
Summer has arrived, ushering in the season when roads overflow with drivers commuting to work, traveling for vacation, or simply passing through. However, this time of year also brings an influx of teenage drivers, heightening the potential for serious and fatal car accidents. In fact, the period spanning from Memorial Day to Labor Day has...
Read MoreMotorcycle Safety in Focus as Riding Season Revs Up
The rising number of motorcycle accidents prompts safety reminders In Kansas, more and more motorcyclists take to the roads during the spring and summer months. But with the increase in the number of motorcycles comes a growing concern over the safety of bikers. Motorcycle accidents, injuries, and fatalities have become a significant public concern. Statistics...
Read MoreKansas Ranks 2nd in Percentage of Fatal Car Accidents Caused by Distracted Driving
Drivers in Wichita, KS, reminded to stay focused and stay safe According to a recent analysis, distracted driving remains a leading cause of fatal car accidents in Kansas. Driver inattention is a factor in more than 20 percent of deadly crashes statewide. The number of distracted driving deaths has skyrocketed in Kansas and remained high....
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