Week of October 21, 2024
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AAA Raises Awareness for Road Safety as Teen Driver Safety Week Begins
Spectrum Local NewsAccording to AAA, new teen drivers, ages 16 to 17, are three times more likely than an adult to get into a deadly crash, with motor vehicle crashes the leading cause of death for teens ages 15-18 in the United States.
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Virginia Cops Uncover 93 Violations During 4-Hour Commercial Vehicle Inspection Blitz
CDL LifeIn just four hours, inspectors produced the following results:
17 truck safety inspections completed
6 trucks and 3 drivers taken out-of-service
93 violations observed
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Corporate Philanthropy Awards 2024: MileOne Autogroup Recognized for Community Impact
Baltimore Business JournalOne of MileOne’s newer programs helps to strengthen employees’ connections to charities. Employees who have an affiliation with a nonprofit can nominate the organization to receive up to $500 per employee.
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Fright on the Roads: Alarming Stats and Facts About Virginia’s Highway Fatalities
Prince William LivingThe stats are staggering: Traffic fatalities in the Commonwealth saw a 24% increase over the period spanning 2013 to 2023, according to a report issued by TRIP, a non-profit national transportation research group.
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Follow the Law to Keep Children Safe on the Roads
The IntelligencerLocal drivers are, for the most part, back in the habit of obeying safety laws regarding school buses on the roads. But during this National School Bus Safety Week, it is important to remind ourselves not only of the rules but why they are so necessary.
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Cyclist Dies After Vehicle Crash Near Oceanfront, Says VBPD
WTKRA man riding a bicycle was killed when he collided with a vehicle last week, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.
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Chesterfield County Parent Reminds of the Importance of Parent’s Role in Teen Driving
WRICThere’s a greater push for teen driver safety as this week of October marks National Teen Driver Safety Week.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for United States teens.
A mother who lost her 15-year-old son to a car crash spoke with 8News about the importance of this awareness. -
Virginia DMV Debunks Myths About Motorcycle Safety
MSN.comAs spring approaches and more motorcyclists take a ride to enjoy the seasonable weather, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) Highway Safety Office is spreading the word about motorcycle safety.
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Six-Vehicle Crash Kills 18-Wheeler Driver in Virginia
Thetrucker.comAccording to a report by WRIC television, Virginia State Police is investigating a six-vehicle crash that happened on Monday afternoon on Route 30 in which one person was killed and four others were injured.
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HPD: Drinking and Driving Comes With More Consequences Than Jail
WHSVHomecoming at James Madison University is a popular time for alumni to return to the Friendly City to celebrate and cheer on the Dukes.
With the influx of visitors returning to the area, downtown Harrisonburg is busier than usual during Homecoming. The Harrisonburg Police Department recommend that if you plan to drink, have a plan for transportation.
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Grieving Moms Who Lost Kids in Crashes Fight to Change Virginia Seat Belt, License Laws
WTKRThe rate of seat belt use has decreased every year for the last few years, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
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