Originally Published: October 22, 2018 • Updated: October 23, 2026
When the sun goes down, the risk on the road goes up. Nighttime driving is significantly more dangerous, with fatal crashes occurring three times more often after dark. Reduced visibility, fatigue, impaired drivers, and environmental factors all combine to make nighttime hours the most challenging time to drive.
Understanding these risks — and how to manage them — can help keep you and your loved ones safe. Use these road safety tips to help you navigate the risks.
According to the National Safety Council, at any moment 7 % of drivers are using cell phones, which means they are driving distracted.
Making a U-turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers any driver on our roadways can make. When done by a large commercial truck, the results can be devastating and often deadly.
Did you know, drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence? Whether you refer to these drivers as drowsy drivers, fatigued drivers or tired drivers, drivers who may be sleepy have delayed reactions like those who have been drinking alcohol and tend to make bad driving decisions.
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens.
“In 2016, 2,433 teens in the United States ages 16–19 were killed and 292,742 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor vehicle crashes. That means that six teens ages 16–19 died every day due to motor vehicle crashes and hundreds more were injured.”
Originally Published: May 5, 2017 • Updated: December 29, 2022
Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for teen drivers ages 15–20 and are the leading cause of preventable death. Teaching teens how to recognize dangerous driving behaviors, especially those linked to impaired driving, is an essential part of keeping them safe on the road.
Below are key warning signs of a drunk driver and what your teen should do if they encounter one.
Warmer weather is always a draw for those who love to ride motorcycles. And, of course, driving a car and driving a motorcycle requires different skills and knowledge. As a driver, what do you need to know about sharing the road with motorcyclists?
Updated: December 31, 2025
Winter is the most dangerous driving season, and with good reason. Approximately 12% of all car accidents are weather‑related, and here in the Kansas City area, drivers face a range of winter driving hazards—from snow and slush to freezing rain, black ice, and bitter cold temperatures.
To help you stay safe on Missouri roads this winter, we’ve compiled essential tips for navigating hazardous conditions and preparing your vehicle for cold‑weather emergencies.
