What Happens To Your Body After a Car Accident?

Science explains how a collision affects crash victims. Car crashes are highly energetic events, and the transfer of crash energy mangles your car and injures your body. These injuries, in turn, trigger biological changes that result in pain and long-term disabilities. The Physics of Car Crashes Physics explains what happens to your vehicle and body during a […]

San Diego Car Accident Statistics: 2022 County Data

With help from The Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS), we’ve compiled car accident statistics for San Diego County for the full year of 2022. 2022 San Diego Car Accidents Summary Number of Crashes by Crash Type (San Diego County, 2022) Type of Crash Count % ‘-  – Not Stated 71 0.55% A – Head-On 844 6.57% B – […]

14 Very Real Consequences of Not Wearing a Seatbelt

“Buckle up” is not just a catchy phrase; it’s a life-saving instruction, and despite the well-known benefits of wearing a seatbelt, some still choose to disregard doing so. With that said, if you are wondering what happens if you don’t wear a seatbelt, below is a list of 14 consequences. 1. Increased Risk of Injury […]

Electric Car Accident Statistics & Facts: Are Accidents More Likely in EVs?

The first Model T was introduced in 1908, and it would revolutionize how Americans commute and explore their surroundings. One hundred years later, in 2008, Tesla unveiled its first consumer electric vehicle and ushered in a new era of transportation. Today, electric vehicles, or EVs, continue to gain popularity; sales of EVs exceeded 1 million […]

What Day of the Year Has the Most Car Accidents?

Have you ever wondered, “What day of the year has the most car accidents?” You might be tempted to think of an adult holiday or celebration associated with heavy drinking, like New Year’s Eve or Super Bowl Sunday.  While it’s true that both of these days make the list of the top ten days of […]

Is California a No Fault State & How Does It Impact Car Accidents?

Traffic laws differ depending on where you live, and this is true if the state you live in is California. No fault states are one type of traffic regulation to look for when trying to learn the local rules of the road. If you or a loved one are hurt in an accident, the state’s […]

Motorcycle vs. Car Accidents: Statistics, Causes, Deaths & More

Motorcycle and car accidents happen regularly in the United States, and both types of crashes can result in injuries and deaths. There are common characteristics that motorcycle accidents and car crashes share, and yet there are other ways in which these two types of incidents differ markedly. Likelihood of Being Involved in an Injury Accident […]

Rear-End Collision Injuries: 5 of the Most Common Injuries from Rear-End Car Accidents

Many car wrecks occur in the blink of an eye, including rear-end accidents. They happen quickly, giving you no time to move out of the way or avoid the impact.  Unfortunately, these types of collisions often result in serious injuries that require plenty of medical treatment. In the most serious cases, rear-end car accident injuries […]

Labor Day Weekend Accident Statistics: Traffic Fatalities Data & Facts

Below outlines the NSC analysis of NHTSA FARS data for Labor Day Weekend accident statistics, including: traffic deaths on Labor Day vs. the month of September as well as a comparison to other major holiday periods. NSC compares the holiday to periods of similar length, specifically from 6 p.m. Friday to 11:59 p.m. Monday, during the weeks […]

How Many Deaths Are Caused By Speeding? 2000 – 2020 Annual Data

Speeding is a major factor in traffic deaths and injuries. The role of speeding in crashes is described in terms of its effect on the driver, the vehicle, and the road. Below outlines the NSC analysis of NHTSA FARS data for speeding accident statistics. Quick Facts Speeding-related fatalities by year Year Speeding- related deaths 2000 12,552 […]