Car accidents are unfortunately a daily occurrence in Texas, and the outcomes can be costly, damaging, and sometimes tragic. For 2018 alone, the Texas Department of Transportation reported that 249,241 people suffered injuries from motor vehicle collisions across the state, and 3,639 people died. When you’re dealing with the aftermath of a collision, you may not immediately … Read More
In 1967, Allen Breed, a mechanical engineer, created the first reliable airbag, which included sensors for deployment. His rudimentary design was improved and became a regular part of the automotive industry in the United States. During the 1970s, a few manufacturers began incorporating this safety device into their vehicle lines. In 1998, the government mandated … Read More
Hurricane season in Houston is known for creating hazardous driving conditions. Unfortunately, not everyone will have the luxury of being able to stay at home. If you have to be on the road during hurricane season, be sure you know how to safely drive in the rain. Taking a few extra precautions will help you … Read More
Houston, TX, is the fourth largest city in the nation. This means more people – and more drivers – than anywhere else in the United States except New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles. With more people on the road, that means more car accidents and more auto injury cases. So what are the odds … Read More
After a car accident that doesn’t result in the car being totaled, the goal is to get the vehicle fixed. But who will do the repairs? While this is an excellent question, getting the car fixed is a process, and you might not be able to choose the repair shop without being aggressive toward getting … Read More
It may not seem obvious to regular motor vehicle operators, but there are significant differences between car accidents involving personal vehicles and large commercial truck accidents. These are differences in the physics of the accident and the injuries possible, differences in the laws, and differences in how to pursue legal action. It is important that … Read More
A vehicle accident can happen anywhere at any time. When it comes to car accidents, the only thing you truly have power over is what happens next (unless, of course, you’re dead or unconscious). Almost all vehicle accidents result in injuries, whether major or minor. A common factor in all wounds is that they require … Read More
Depending on who you ask (and how accurate their research is), Houston is either one of the top cities for winter driving safety or one of the nation’s worst. But one thing nearly all Houstonians agree on is this: true winter weather doesn’t visit this sub-tropical city very often. When it does, most Houston drivers … Read More
Everyday, you have to fold your body and fit yourself into the tiny confines of your vehicle. If you have an hour long (or longer) daily commute, you’ll want to make sure you have a commuter car that will give you the best bang for the buck. Aside from great gas mileage, these commuter cars … Read More
Every year, there are thousands of people that are involved in auto accidents. Of course, no one ever thinks an accident will happen to them. However, it does happen… and more often than it should. There are a number of reasons why people find themselves in a collision that they never wanted to be in. … Read More
