Older Pedestrians Need Our Care
41 million Americans are 65 or older. They are enjoying active and healthier lifestyles achieved often through the simple act of walking. Walking increases bone and muscle strength, mobility, agility, and independence. It helps to prevent, delay and control chronic illness and fosters social interactions and better quality of life. However, walking, for all its […]
‘Silver’ drivers need a vehicle safety rating, says NHTSA
Many Chicago area families with teenage drivers in the household are familiar with the New Car Assessment Program. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration runs the five-star safety ratings program to provide vehicle safety performance ratings to consumers. While most Chicago families are very concerned about the safety of vehicles driven by teenagers, NHTSA thinks […]
Study Shows Roads More Dangerous for Elderly Pedestrians Than Elderly Drivers
We’ve all heard of the problems associated with elderly drivers getting behind the wheel of a car and causing auto accidents. However, a new study shows that seniors are more likely to be involved in an auto accident as a pedestrian crossing the street than as a driver. The study, conducted by researchers from the […]
Road Rage: A Widespread Problem for American Commuters
According to a study conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of CareerBuilder, an online employment website, road rage in American is more prevalent than one would think. Road rage is an angry and sometimes violent response from drivers who are stressed and frustrated with their commute. The study surveyed 3,800 commuters between May 14 and […]
Keeping Children Safe During These Last Few Weeks of Summer
Many families are taking last minute vacations before the kids head back to school. With high airfare costs, many will choose to travel by car. Following simple car safety tips during this last stretch of summer will keep children safe and mitigate the chances of a car accident. Perform Car Maintenance: Before leaving on vacation […]