Auto Accidents Linked to Cannabis Use Increases with Legalization, Study Finds
Canadian researchers warn that cannabis legalization is linked to an increased risk in impaired driving auto accident injuries.
Tag Archives: Impaired Driving
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Officials Warn Drunk Driving Car Accidents Over Labor Day Weekend Could Reach Record Numbers
The NHTSA has launched its annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign amidst an increase in drunk and impaired driving-related auto accidents.
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Survey Finds Broad Public Support for Impaired Driving Prevention Technologies in New Cars
A new survey reveals that the public strongly supports the inclusion of impaired driving prevention technology in motor vehicles.
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Auto Accident Fatalities Reached Highest Numbers Recorded in Nearly 20 Years: NHTSA Report
A new NHTSA report found that auto accident fatalities reached a record high in 2021 as drivers took to the roads again after the pandemic and took more risks.
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Drunk Driving Accident Rates Lowered by Ride-Sharing Services : Study
A new study likes the use of ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft to a decrease in drunk driving rates.
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Drunk and Drugged Driving Car Crashes Soar in December Amid the Holidays
A new report warns that driving under the influence of certain prescription drugs can be just as deadly as drunk driving, with car crash fatalities from drugged and drunk driving…
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NHTSA Launches “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Labor Day Campaign
The NHTSA has launched its annual anti-drunk driving campaign ahead of the Labor Day weekend.
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Uber, Lyft and Similar Services Are Decreasing Alcohol-Related Vehicle Injuries Among Young People: Study
A new study confirms that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft appear to be decreasing the rate of drunk driving injuries and arrests; particularly among younger people.
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Motor Vehicle Accidents Resulted in 36K Deaths in 2019, Representing Lowest Rate Since 2014
A new report finds traffic fatalities decreased in 2019 for the third year in a row, with decreases in deaths across numerous categories.
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Car Crash Risk Increases Shortly After Daylight Saving Time Changes: Study
A new study links Daylight Savings Time clock adjustments to an increase in fatal auto accidents.
