Driving comes with responsibility. Not only is a driver responsible for himself/herself but also for other drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and anyone else on the road. Safe driving is the number one way to prevent car accidents. The capital of the South has been ranked numerous times as one of the top U.S. cities with the highest amount of traffic. One of America's top 8 worst cities related to traffic, as cited by The Weather Channel, Atlanta’s highways are congested daily.
Atlanta traffic, especially during rush hour, is one of the major causes of rear-end accidents on all major roadways, including I-285, I-85, I-75, I-20, and Georgia 400. The more congestion that there is on the road, especially during rush hour, the more likely these accidents may occur, as people are traveling very closely together. Oftentimes the most common reasons for these accidents are that cars are following each other too closely or that they are driving distracted.
These are not the only two causes for rear-end accidents, as there are other factors including:
Unsafe lane changes;
Tailgating;
Difficulty stopping in time due to quick speed changes;
Driving while
intoxicated or under the influence of drugs;
Weather that causes poor road conditions or limited visibility;
Tire problems or faulty brakes.
To try and avoid being involved in a rear-end crash follow these safe driving tips.
Obey all traffic signs and signals;
Pay attention (avoid being distracted while driving);
Be aware of your car in relation to other objects on the road;
Don’t rely on other drivers to be as responsible as you.
Following these few, but important, tips for safe driving can help prevent you causing or being in a car accident.
But, we do know that these days accidents are bound to happen. Georgia car crashes happen each and every day. A driver is focused on changing the radio and doesn’t see the car swerving into the lane. A bicyclist has a flat tire and causes a fender bender as cars bump into each other avoiding the cyclist. The list of reason could go on and on.
So, drive safely and be extra cautious during rush-traffic hours.
