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If you’ve ever been hit by a vehicle, it’s something you’ll never forget—if you survive. For Loida Toledo’s daughter, Michelle Trausch, survival was not an option. She died this summer in Waterbury, Connecticut, after a hit-and-run driver struck her. The driver has been charged with manslaughter and reckless driving, but for Toledo, the pain of...

Connecticut's highway signs are now flashing a sobering reminder: 192 road deaths so far this year. Updated regularly, these signs aim to snap drivers out of bad habits like speeding and impaired driving. The DOT hopes these real-time fatality counts will make drivers think twice and adopt safer behaviors. With fatalities rising, including 44 pedestrians...

Many car manufacturers are increasingly making and testing vehicles with advanced technologies that don't need a driver to operate them or that drivers theoretically do not have to drive while sitting in the driver's seat, allowing them to do other things behind the wheel. According to a recent Forbes study, most drivers don't trust this...

Connecticut drivers know all too well the frustration of sitting in traffic, and for those who travel I-95, it can be an everyday headache. Recently, this stretch of highway was ranked as one of America's most congested roads. With thousands of cars packing up lanes every day, it's no surprise commuters face significant delays and...

As summer kicks into high gear, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is warning about a sharp rise in teen driver crashes during the 100 Deadliest Days, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. This stretch is especially dangerous for young drivers, with a significant increase in fatal accidents. CTDOT emphasizes the need for awareness and...

May marks Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, an initiative by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) in collaboration with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This campaign emphasizes the shared responsibility of all road users to ensure motorcyclist safety awareness. Why is motorcycle safety awareness important? Motorcyclists face a significantly higher risk of injury and...

Distracted driving remains a serious problem in Connecticut. According to a recent statement released by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT), state officials are taking a tough stance and doing their part to end distracted driving accidents. "We urge all drivers to prioritize safety by keeping their focus on the road and not on their...

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries. This is because pedestrians are no match for a speeding car or truck that hits them while crossing the street or walking alongside a road. And one of the most serious injuries pedestrians can sustain is a traumatic brain injury. So, just how common are brain injuries in...

Why do so many car accidents happen on this highway? Car accidents in Connecticut can occur anywhere at any time. However, some roads have far more collisions than others. At the top of the list is Interstate 95, which was recently named the deadliest highway in the state based on a study conducted by Car...

Changing some behaviors can make our roads safer. There are many drivers on the road who have bad habits when they're behind the wheel. Many of these habits are fairly common. But they are also dangerous and lead to car accidents every day in Fairfield County and throughout Connecticut. How common are these habits? The...