As part of an effort to address budget challenges, the Los Angeles Police Department is downsizing. According to reports, this is part of a "broad reorganization aimed at preserving patrol and community engagement functions."What may not be preserved is the LAPD's...
Month: November 2020
Drowsy driving is all too common among truckers
When people don't get enough sleep, it can negatively affect their ability to drive. Unfortunately, some of the people who drive the most -- commercial truckers -- are among the most prone to drowsy driving. The reason has to do with the rules they follow regarding...
What can be done about drug-impaired drivers?
The United States is in the midst of two sociological issues that have made drugged driving more common. First is the decriminalization of marijuana in the majority of states. Second is the opioid crisis. What are governments doing to control the problem?First of all,...
Chevy and Buick sedans, GM SUVs recalled for serious safety issue
It can be hard to keep track of all the safety recalls involving vehicles these days. Yet every safety recall is extremely important, as many involve issues that could cause a crash. In a very real way, safety recalls can be a matter of life and death.Recently,...
What strategies are governments using to fight distracted driving?
If you have been hit by a distracted driver, you may be extremely frustrated. By now, everyone should know that texting, cell phone use and other activities while driving are very dangerous.Activities are distracting when they do one of three main things: Take your...
Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving Capability’ still not safely autonomous
Tesla has had its Autopilot system in place for several years. Unfortunately, it is not an “autopilot,” per se. According to Tesla’s own manuals, drivers should never take their attention from the road, even when using the Autopilot. While the Autopilot can handle...
‘Falling back’ could increase car accident rates
Driving when you're feeling "a little off" can be dangerous. People still do it, though.Sometimes, it is harder to avoid than other times. For example, when we "spring forward" for daylight savings time and "fall back" for the return to standard time, it can affect...