Take a few seconds next time you're driving to look around at the other motorists on the road. Where are their eyes? Are they watching the road or are they watching their cellphones? Chances are you'll see quite a few of them with their noses buried in an electronic device. Sure they're looking up to see what's going on quite a bit, but every second they spend looking at their smartphones is a second they're not paying attention.
'Zen' and the art of driving the speed limit
In the modern era of stressed out drivers, many motorists opt to drive about five to ten miles over the speed limit on a regular basis. These drivers seem to think that pushing the speed limit like this makes their lives better.
Stay safe with these tips as the days get shorter
Riding a motorcycle is a danger at any time of year, but the fall poses unique risks. As the seasons begin to change, weather conditions alter, road conditions change and drivers are less likely to be expecting motorcyclists on the roads.
Woman faces charges after death of motorcyclist
When you're driving, one of the things you need to be cautious about is recognizing motorcyclists on the roads. Because of the size of their vehicles, they often appear to be moving more slowly than they are. This tends to result in crashes.
Know what to expect following your Motorcycle Accident
You were hit by a car, and the driver, fortunately, stayed at the scene. You've struggled to make peace with the fact that the driver didn't intentionally hit you because you've been left with severe injuries.
Road rash: Knowing when to get medical care
One of the injuries you may need to deal with following a motorcycle accident is road rash. Otherwise known as a friction burn and skin lacerations, road rash rips the skin off the body as it grinds against rough ground surfaces.
1 injured in crash on highway with multiple collisions.
A motorcyclist was seriously hurt in a crash that took place on Interstate 25. According to news out of El Paso County, the Colorado State Patrol came to the scene near Widefield at around 10:15 p.m. The authorities were informed that at least three crashes had already taken place in the area in the southbound lanes near where the accident occurred.
3 tips for handling a motorcycle crash in Colorado.
There are many things you need to do after a motorcycle crash, but at that time, you may feel too traumatized to do much at all. Keep in mind that if you're hurt, you should call for help and wait for medical assistance.
Keeping safe on a new motorcycle: Basic knowledge
You love that you've finally been able to get a motorcycle. You waited for years to get the right one, and you're so excited that you can learn to ride.
Motorcyclist fatalities are rising in Colorado
In 2016, 125 motorcyclists died in Colorado, and that has drawn concern. That number is up 15 percent from 2015. Many of these accidents are a result of motorists not paying attention or being on the lookout for motorcyclists.
