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The metro cities are known by their road traffic. Increasing road traffic and congestion puts road safety on a receiving end. Road traffic in Delhi is like a road rage on routine. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , According to World Health Organisation, road traffic crashes kill 1.2 million people a year or an average of 3242 people every day. The crashes injure or disable between 20 million and 50 million people a year. The traffic crashes rank as the 11th leading cause of death and account for 2.1 per cent of all deaths globally. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , India covers one of the largest highway and road network, globally. In fact, our road network is second only to the road network of the United States. The total road length in India exceeds 3 million km. Almost 40 percent of the traffic on roads moves on national highways, which make up about 2 percent of India's total road length. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Indian roads and driving conditions are a point of discussion and surprise to almost all those who have ever wanted to drive in safer conditions. Related Article Tags: , , , , , These days everything is web-enabled. You have e-com, e-gov, e learning, e filing, e shopping and so on. Why then should anyone go to a driving school on inconvenient hours and days?
E-driving schools can be perfect substitutes for driving schools in India also. Learning to drive would be like playing a video game on traffic rules. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Bike Safety, at its simplest is, about exercising common sense and staying alert. We know we have to wear a helmet and light up our bike, but this still leaves a lot out of our control. A helmet is only useful after you have crashed, and lights still leave you dependent on the behaviour and level of awareness of others on the road. Whilst Bike Helmets and Bike Lights are completely essential, there are a lot of strategies you can employ to take control, protect yourself and keep away from accidents altogether. Related Article Tags: , , , , , These days a car is omnipresent. You see it everywhere jostling with other vehicles on the road. But have you given a thought to it how chaotic it would be if there were no regulations to govern the traffic on the roads or there were no inbuilt safety features in a car. Car headlights are mostly admired for their brightness and attractive quality, but they are primarily a safety feature. They provide illumination on the road when there is no sunlight at night or the sky is overcast. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , It is quite write to describe the Road rage as one of the whimsical act by the Insane, unskilled and Rogue Drivers . Related Article Tags: , , , , , , 30,000 people lose their lives every year due to traffic accidents. Learning driving safety at work is absolutely imperative. Most people who drive on the job are not certified and tested like a truck driver, but they still need training and this training could literally save their life. Risks on the road can be minimized by following simple rules and procedures. Related Article Tags: , ,
It never ceases to amaze how many people who ride bikes do not have the correct safety gear and are unconcerned for their own safety. Many cyclists think that they have right of way and therefore it is the cars responsibility to avoid creating any difficulty. This is most certainly not the case, it is the individuals responsibility to make themselves seen and safe so as not to endanger themselves or any road user. If you follow some simple safety rules below you make your journeys safer for yourself and for your fellow road users. Related Article Tags: , , , , , The tiny environmentally friendly Smart car has earned high points in safety tests for front and side on collisions, but failed to offer adequate protection from whiplash. The little two seater car is favoured by many city dwellers, particularly those with concerns about the environment. They will be pleased to hear that the car scored some of the highest ratings by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for front and side on collisions despite being a very small car. Related Article Tags: , , , , With every car lease or car purchase, you have to consider many factors. Of course, there is the price, the size of the car, how helpful it will be for you in the long run, etc. But the one other thing to consider is road safety. This car leasing guide says that road safety is much more about the features found in the car. It's also the features found in its tires. With the right tires, you can help prevent all sorts of things from happening that cause accidents. Related Article Tags: , , , Street-racing has always been best done in the dark of the night until the wee hours of the morning, where racers just manage to avoid the early commuters going to work. If you have this alternate lifestyle, then ordinary headlights for your automobile will not be enough. Road safety is vital on today's roads, with concerned parent transporting their little one's to farmers transporting live stock. Speed camera detectors are equipment used by law enforcement to assist in keeping our roads safe. Here are a few of such detectors: The SPECS safety system works by using by using automatic average speed digital technology. Driving in India is a great feat as one realises that over time the people are getting more and more undisciplined and the traffic is only growing more and more alarming and the roads are neglected for months on end in certain areas. Related Article Tags: , , , , With ever demanding personal as well as professional lives people are becoming impatient and violent in nature, in general. These factors are apparent to us when we are part of Indian road traffic. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Statistics show that new riders are more likely to have an accident in the first two years of passing their test due to lack of driving experience. The Highway Code is essential reading for everyone. Its rules apply to all road users: drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians as well as horse riders. It contains most up to date advice on road safety and the laws, which apply to all road users. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Cross country road trips can be fascinating and cost-effective. However, in today's world, if you plan to take a road trip it is wise to access a few resources on road trip tips to ensure that the journey you take is a safe one. Follow these road trip tips for a safe and enjoyable journey. Related Article Tags: , , , , Driving accidents kill 30,000 and injure a million people every year and many of these accidents occur on the job. There are four main factors that cause most accidents. By focusing on these factors and minimizing the risks associated with them, you can greatly decrease the likelihood that you will be involved with an accident at work. Related Article Tags: , , How to drive safely on a slippery road surface as well as guidance on the safety equipment your car should carry in winter.
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