We have all been in a rush to get to our next appointment or had to return a phone call and were not paying attention to the road. Here are 5 most common accidents that happen on the road
Rear-end collision; Rear-end collision claims, caused most frequently by tailgating, as of late many rear end collisions are caused by the at fault driver texting or talking on phone instead of paying attention to the road. These can be avoided by maintaining a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Single vehicle collision: Single vehicle collisions are caused most frequently by slick road conditions. The single most common citation for vehicles involved in single vehicle collisions is that the vehicle operator was “traveling too fast for conditions.” The best way to avoid having to make panic or emergency stops is to maintain a speed that is reasonable for the conditions under which you are driving, and always make sure you leave plenty of stopping room. Driving distractions is another leading cause of single vehicle collisions. In fact, a driver that is texting while driving is 23 times more likely to crash.
Collision with parked car: Collisions with parked cars often occur in parking lots or parking garages. To avoid this type of accident, drive slowly and cautiously being able to see what’s around you and avoid potential hazards simply prevents accidents. Even low impact collisions can end up being pretty costly.
Collision while backing up: This is usually a result of the driver exiting a driveway or parking space without looking, or when two drivers are backing up simultaneously without looking, and can easily be avoided. To avoid this type of collision, double check that the coast is clear, utilize all your mirrors (rear-view and side; along with your rear-view camera if you’re lucky enough to own a vehicle equipped with this fantastic safety feature) and back out slowly. Distractions at this time can prove dangerous, so ask your passengers for silence while you’re backing up and getting out of your parking space.
Driving Out of lane collision: These are most frequently a result of a vehicle changing lanes at the same time another vehicle is overtaking and passing one. To avoid these collisions, check all blind spots and make sure it is safe to change lanes. During wet weather and especially at night, recognize that lane markers can be obscured, and where you and the car next to you think your lanes are bounded may not be the same. Many of these accidents involve inexperienced drivers. In fact, 16-year-olds have higher crash rates than drivers of any other age.
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