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Traffic fatality or injury statistics can be difficult to comprehend emotionally. Each number represents a life lost or a family in pain. Every death is someone’s loved one, and most of these injuries and fatalities are preventable. Vision Zero is an Austin community initiative to reduce crashes to zero through street improvements, policy changes, and … Read more

Many tourists envision endless warm, sunny-weather days in Austin, but the reality is that inclement weather, animals, traffic, and construction projects often pose various hazards for drivers. There’s no way to eliminate these potential dangers entirely, but drivers can take precautions to minimize risk on the roads in Austin, Texas. Drivers can also apply these … Read more

Austin, Texas is home to some of the most popular festivals in the United States. Thousands of people flock to various music festivals from all over in hopes of watching a favorite artist or an up-and-coming musician perform. While wildly entertaining, these festivals are not immune to inherent risks and dangers. The world was reminded … Read more

As gas prices remain high and more people focus on the environmental impact of traditional motor vehicles, electric vehicles (EVs) have become a point of conversation throughout America. The number of electric vehicles worldwide has steadily increased since 2016, reaching 11.3 million in 2021. If you want to purchase an electric vehicle in Texas, you … Read more

Austin, Texas is known for a lot of things, but, unfortunately, Austin is not known for safe drivers and streets. According to a report released by Allstate, Austin is one of the most accident-prone cities in America. The report gathered data from 200 of the most populated cities in America and ranked them from the … Read more

The city of Austin is known for its incredible food and exciting live music venues, but in recent years, it has also become known for the dangers it poses to motorists traveling on the city’s roadways. Despite implementing programs such as the “Vision Zero Program” to combat tragic accidents on Austin’s roads, the accident data … Read more

Austin, Texas, is well known for its numerous annual events and festivals. The Austin Marathon attracts 20,000 participants annually from around the world. The Old Settler’s Music Festival has been one of the best bluegrass, Americana, and roots music events in the country for the past 30 years. The Austin City Limits Music Festival averages … Read more

Texas roadways see a large number of trucking accidents every year. Because of their size and weight (the average 18 wheeler weighs about 35,000 pounds without cargo), 18 wheeler accidents often cause devastating and life-altering injuries or the death of those involved. Unfortunately, the number of deaths that result from these accidents continues to rise. According to the most recent information put out by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Texas is one of the deadliest states when it comes to large truck accidents.

According to the Department of Transportation Query Builder, there were 12,974 car accidents in Austin, Texas, in 2020. In those accidents, 31,295 people were involved. While vehicles are safer today than ever before, car accidents still cause injuries – some of which are extremely severe and life-altering.

Austin’s geography lends itself to wide-open recreational spaces, and many trails and parks offer areas specifically designed for ATVs. When used responsibly, ATVs provide riders with hours of enjoyment. However, ATVs can also cause serious injuries and even death. In fact, Austin has one of the highest ATV injury rates in the country.