There have been numerous noteworthy changes to urban planning standards in recent years. Solutions that were once near-universal have now become less common during new road construction or improvements and expansions to existing streets. One of the more noticeable...
Motorcycling can inspire a sense of freedom and excitement, but it also exposes riders to unique hazards on the road. Unlike drivers of cars and trucks, motorcyclists are more vulnerable due to their vehicle's size, visibility and lack of protective barriers. This...
Arizona hosts plenty of tourists, especially during the colder seasons. People from other states travel to Arizona to enjoy the beautiful landscapes or live in a warmer climate when the temperatures drop in the north. That influx of tourists and visitors is beneficial...
The law in Arizona allows people traveling on foot to use the same roads that vehicles do. Generally, pedestrians should use sidewalks when they can, but they can walk on the left side of the road when no sidewalks are available. They should walk facing into traffic,...
If someone is tailgating you, you may feel like responding emotionally. After all, you know that tailgating is dangerous. The other person is driving in a negligent manner and increasing the odds that you will be injured in an accident. It’s very normal to feel...
Farm vehicles, including tractors, combines and numerous other large machines, are not the same as traditional motor vehicles. Their design prioritizes efficiency in the fields rather than safe travels on the road. Some of the most catastrophic collisions that occur...
Those who regularly walk, jog or run on or near public roads typically need to make safety their top priority, as drivers often fail to monitor their surroundings appropriately. Factors including the local speed limit, the impairment of a driver or the distraction of...
Cyclists in Arizona typically share the road with motor vehicles. While there are many miles of bike paths, plenty of people bike for transportation, not just exercise and recreation. They need to get around in urban areas and will therefore share the same lanes of...
Riding a bicycle is good exercise and a convenient, environmentally-friendly way to get to work, school and around town generally. But as all riders know, reckless and overly aggressive drivers put riders in grave danger. And there are few "fender bender" level of...
A significant percentage of the crashes that occur every year take place at intersections. Even though motorists often have to slow to a stop at intersections and know that they need to check their surroundings carefully for oncoming traffic, a large number of...
