We've all been there before: you glance to the car next to you and see the driver with their head down, busy doing this or that. The roads of Louisiana can be dangerous for multiple reasons, and inattentive drivers like them can be a huge contributor. Inattentive...
Car Accidents
What is defensive driving?
As a Louisiana driver, you know that safety is of the utmost importance. Ensuring proper driving practices is crucial in this case, as they will help you avoid accidents and prevent serious injury from occurring. Esurance.com offers the following tips on defensive...
Heavy wind, strong rain can cause trouble on the road
As a driver in the state of Louisiana, you expect to run into inclement weather every now and again. While it's not ideal, it's something you need to deal with on a case by case basis. For example, heavy wind and strong rain can make it difficult to see the road ahead...
Speed, no headlights involved in fatal crash
Most people in Louisiana who drive vehicles do so responsibly and with the awareness that doing so is a way of keeping themselves, their loved ones and even strangers safe. It would be nice for all residents to assume that every other driver on the road takes that...
What does aggressive driving look like?
Like any activity, driving all day can become tiring, and sometimes it can be frustrating to work with other drivers on the road. If you drive a truck in Louisiana, though, it is important for you to make sure you do not become aggressive as you drive. According to...
Facts and myths about driver’s fatigue
When a driver hits the road in Louisiana, they risk facing an issue that commonly plagues drivers but isn't frequently addressed. This issue is driver's fatigue. It's a potentially deadly problem that can be just as dangerous as driving while texting or driving under...
Parents must focus on safe driving amid distractions
Parents love their children and feel an incredible drive to protect them at every turn. All they want is to keep the kids safe. They read crash safety ratings before buying a new car, they buy updated child safety seats and they put "Baby on Board" signs in their...
Cellphones and distracted driving
Louisiana drivers may not realize that their cellphone is one of the main distractions they will encounter on the road. While some people may think that a cellphone is a distraction only if they are using it, this may not be the case. Although drivers know it is...
Consumers worry that the world is not ready for self-driving cars
Autonomous and driver-assisted vehicles have been a primary focus in the media for several months, especially after accidents that have occurred when the technology was newly released on the streets. Not surprisingly, many people in Louisiana and elsewhere have...
Can working a night shift affect your driving?
When you work a night shift in Louisiana, you may not always consider how your job affects your ability to drive home. Sometimes working a late shift may make it more likely that you will be drowsy as you drive home and this may increase your chances of being involved...