Residents of South Bend and other areas in Indiana may want to read this recent article about the fact that red turn signals may cause vehicle collisions. This is in spite of all the safety equipment that is being added to new cars.
Simple safety measures
According to Road&Track, today’s cars are safer than ever, with a basic assortment of horns, headlights, visors and windshield wipers. However, the one exception is the turn signal; red turn signals may increase the likelihood of an accident, putting you in harm’s way.
What the NHTSA knew in 2008
With knowledge that dates back to 2008 and a study, it was learned that amber turn signals can save more lives. Cars that had red turn signals were 22 percent more likely to be hit from behind. This was during turning, parking and changing lanes. Switching the lights from red to amber a year later, the NHTSA, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, learned that this switch had caused a 5.3 percent reduction in accidents with rear-end collisions.
The Five Star Safety rating
The NHTSA has not mandated anything so far, but they are thinking of adding amber turn signals to their list of safety features that qualify for a Five Star Safety Rating. This same program has encouraged automakers to equip cars with radar sensors to make automatic emergency braking easier.
Accidents can happen
Whether or not signaling, turning or a rear-end collision was involved in the incident a personal injury case should be considered serious and reviewed by an attorney, preferably one who is versed in personal injury law and knows the South Bend community. A trusted law firm might hold those responsible for an accident accountable, especially when it was due to neglect or distraction by the other driver.
The law in Indiana allows for compensation, and the right law firm might help you receive funds that cover medical expenses, loss of income and more.
