Driving Safety
Transcript: What Contributes To Accidents? The state of Florida has over 16 million drivers In 2009, there were 235,778 traffic accidents. Of that number, there were 2,563 fatalities out of 2,372 fatal accidents That same year, there were 20,085 alcohol related traffic accidents that resulted in in 1,004 deaths and 14,130 injuries. References Excessive speed Frequent or unsafe lane changes Failure to signal Tailgating Failure to yield the right of way Disregarding traffic controls Impaired driving Defensive Driving Tips Casey Corr, Stephanie Miller, and Rebecca Decenzo Use the 2-Second Rule Be on the lookout for bad drivers Don't drive while drinking or when tired Don't drive aggressively Always stay focused on the road! "Aggressive Driving". AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Web. 16 Jan. 2014. Web. CDwayneAndrew. "Changing Lanes Car Accident". Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube, 6 Aug. 2012. Web. 16 Jan. 2014. Web. "Driving Safety Tips to Avoid an Accident". Nationwide. 2014. Web. 16 Jan. 2014.Web. Florida DMV. "DMV Florida ." Defensive Driving. Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, n.d. Web. 16 Jan 2014. Web. --. "Florida Traffic Accidents”. Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, n.d. Web. 16 Jan 2014. Web . Mayo City Council. "Mayo Road Saftey." Mayo City Council , n.d. Web. 16 Jan 2014. Web. Driving Safety