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If you’ve ever driven through Ocala on I-75, you know how bad the traffic can get – especially during tourist season or hurricane evacuations. The congestion significantly increases the risk of car accidents. But Florida officials say that relief is finally on the way. Gov. Ron DeSantis recently broke ground on a $541 million project...

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious and fatal car accidents in the United States because it takes a driver’s attention away from the road. Even a few seconds of inattention can result in a serious or fatal car accident. When a driver is distracted, reaction times slow down, making it harder...

As the new year rolls in, Florida is shining a spotlight on road safety with a campaign to raise awareness about the Move Over law. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) have teamed up with other state and local organizations, including the Florida Department of...

December marks National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, a time to confront the risks of impaired driving and its devastating consequences. Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve bring joy and celebration but also an alarming spike in impaired driving crashes. Choosing a safe ride during these high-risk periods can mean the difference between life and tragedy....

Drowsy driving is a major factor in car accidents, often with devastating consequences. What many don't realize is just how widespread these collisions are across the country. Each year, thousands of people are injured or lose their lives in crashes caused by drivers who are too tired to be behind the wheel or who fall...

Pedestrian accident fatalities remain on the rise in recent years in Florida and nationwide. One of the big reasons why is that larger vehicles are increasingly putting people at risk while crossing the street or walking alongside a road. "We have a crisis of roadway deaths, and it's even worse among vulnerable road users like...

Floridians are getting ready to make a choice this November. Amendment 3 is on the ballot, and if passed, recreational marijuana could become legal in the Sunshine State. While legal cannabis might sound like a win for many Floridians, we need to stay mindful of its potential risks. Irresponsible use could spell trouble on our...

A study by ConsumerAffairs, which analyzed data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Florida Department of Transportation, has identified the deadliest roads in Florida. Utilizing data from 2020 through 2022, the study found that U.S. Route 19 in Pinellas County is the most dangerous, with 94 fatalities recorded in that period. Distracted...

Florida remains one of the most dangerous states for pedestrians based on the high number of pedestrian accident fatalities each year in recent years in the Sunshine State, according to a recent nationwide study conducted by Smart Growth America about the most dangerous state for pedestrians. So, just how bad are Florida pedestrian accident fatalities?...

Summer is a time for fun, relaxation, and making memories, but for teen drivers, it can also be a dangerous period known as the "100 Deadliest Days." With the risks teens face on the road, this is a great time for parents to help promote teen driver safety. According to AAA, nearly half of all...