411 Pain: Taking Care of Your Tires to Prevent Car Accidents

Ever ask yourself, are my tires safe? and when is the right time to change them? Not a lot of drivers realize that car tires are critical to the safety, performance and efficiency of their cars.

Taking care of your car’s tires has a lot of advantages, such as durability, handling, and performance, as well as offering you with a smoother ride and better gas mileage, not to mention driver safety.  According to the N.H.T.S.A. about 400 fatalities annually may have been attributed to tire failures.

 411 Pain understands that tires, like any other car part, need proper care to perform and last. The good news is that proper tire maintenance is quite simple.

Many drivers don't realize that tires have an expiration date. Tire makers  state 8 years is a reasonable useful lifespan for a tire, depending on how often they are used. At some point they start to loose traction and braking ability.

There are many reasons why tires start wearing out. Sometimes an alignment problem on a vehicle causes tires to wear unevenly. This can cause a tire to need replacement long before it normally would. Also examine your tires to make sure any harmful objects, such as glass, nails, debris, rocks or metal is not causing any gradual damage to your tires.

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The most important aspect in caring for your tires is maintaining the correct  pressure. More than a quarter of all passenger vehicles on U.S. roads have significantly low pressure on their tires. Drivers should check their tires regularly  and before every long trip to see that they’re properly inflated. Keeping your tires properly inflated not only increases your car's fuel efficiency but also improves your car's handling, braking ability and ride quality.

Make sure to avoid potholes and other road debris if you can, since those things can knock your tires out of alignment or damage the tires themselves. Considering that the average cost of a replacement tire has jumped nearly $40 over the past ten years, getting more use out of your tires makes a lot of sense.

You always want your best tires on the front. A blowout in the rear is dangerous and problematic, but a blowout on the front is more likely to lead to a car accident. You also need the traction on the front for stopping much more than you need traction on the rear for acceleration. To further extend the mileage you get from your tires, it is important to rotate your tires every 6,000 to 7,500 miles to even out the wear.

For our drivers that live in warmer areas, remember that tires tend to age faster in warmer climates.

Knowing how to take care of your tires will help you save money, protect you and others. 1-800-411-Pain recommends to take five minutes a week to check and care for your tires to increased tire life, improved economy, increased safety, and peace of mind. Additionally, making your tires last as long as possible is the environmentally sound thing to do. Unfortunately car accidents still can happen. and when they do 411 Pain is there for you.

For more of the latest information on driver safety and accident news, visit www.411Pain-News.com. Robert Lewin, owner of 1-800-411-Pain, reminds you not to drink and drive and to always wear your seat belt. 

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411 Pain Car Accident Facts you should know

If you follow the 411 Pain blogs, we have always highlighted and emphasized the importance of safe driving practices. 411 Pain is continuously updating our readers about car accident prevention, laws that affect drivers and recommendations on how to be safe on the roads. Here are some interesting car accident facts that one should know and consider every time they get in a car.

• Your chances of getting into a car accident while talking on a cellphone increases by 400%.

• About 40% of crashes that are fatal involve alcohol. If the accident takes place between 12am - 3am goes up to about 75%.

• Statistics suggest that male drivers cause twice as many accidents as female drivers.

• The most deadly car accidents are when a vehicle rolls over.

• Individuals between 16-20 have a higher chance of being injured or killed in a car accident over any other age group.

• Most car accidents occur within 5 miles from home.

• Car accidents are the most common and most deadly source of personal injury in the world.

• Cars that are more likely to be involved in a car accident are, sports cars and hatchbacks.

• Each year, approximately 300,000 teenagers are injured in a car accident. In the US alone 5,000 teenagers die each year, which averages to 14 teenagers a day.

• Driving with other teenage passengers increases the risk for an accident. The risk increases for every additional teenager passenger in the car.

• 2 out of every 3 teenagers killed in car accident in 2011 were males.

• The average text message takes 4.6 seconds to write and send. If you took your eyes off the road that time, while driving at 55 miles per hour the distance would be the length of a football field.

• The time you spent reading this list, there have been 4 car accidents. Statistics indicate that a person is injured in a car accident every 14 seconds and that every 12 minutes a car accident is fatal.

Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

Remember, car accidents can happen for many reasons and at any moment. 1-800-411-Pain would like to see the roads become a safer place for all drivers. This is why we continue to provide readers with the latest information on driver safety and accident statistics. 1-800-411-Pain is dedicated to keeping motorists informed with ways in which they can make driving a safer activity.  

Robert Lewin, owner of 411Pain, reminds you not to drink and drive and to

always wear your seat belt.

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Police Officer Involved in Fatal Car Accident While Escorting Presidential Motorcade

At 411 Pain we here about a lot of accidents in our community and how they affect the lives of those involved. We were sad to hear that 20-year veteran Jupiter police officer, Bruce St. Laurent, was killed last Sunday when his motorcycle was struck while on duty.

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According to the Sheriff's spokeswoman the Jupiter police officer St. Laurent was assigned to the presidential motorcade traveling from a campaign event in Palm Beach County. He was  fatally struck on Interstate 95 as he was preparing to close access to the highway from the on-ramp as the presidential motorcade neared. He was hit by a white Ford F-150 pickup, and the impact pushed him and the motorcycle into a guardrail.

The accident happened around 4:40 p.m. on the southbound entrance ramp at 45th Street to Interstate 95. Immediately officer St. Laurent was taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.

A former officer of the year, Bruce St. Laurent is survived by his wife of over 30 years and their four children.  He was awarded with a Distinguished Service Award by the Traffic Safety Committee in 2005. Fellow officers knew Bruce as a generous man, who often played Santa Claus for the local community.

A car accident can happen to anyone at any time. 1-800-411-Pain would like to see the roads become a safer place for all drivers including the men and women of law enforcement. This is why they continue to provide drivers with the latest information on driver safety and accident statistics. 1-800-411-Pain is dedicated to keeping motorists informed with ways in which they can make driving a safer activity.  

     

Robert Lewin, owner of 1-800-411-Pain, reminds you not to text and drive and to

always wear your seat belt.

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411 Pain : FHP defends actions during multiple car crash

At 411 Pain we are continuously informing our readers about auto related incidents occurring on our streets and highways, in order to keep them updated regarding car safety and any change in laws.

A few months ago we reported an accident that occurred on Jan. 29, which involved numerous cars crashing into each other along Interstate 75 near Gainesville due to a mix of fog and smoke. Unfortunately the consequences of this accident were 11 people dying and few dozen sustaining injuries. 

After the incident many questions arouse on who was to blame. As smoke mixed with fog visibility  decreased The Florida Highway Patrol closed the road in order to avoid any disasters. But after they began seeing it clear up, they believed it was safe to reopen.  Many people held the FHP responsible due to their lack of control and poor decision-making. Because of these accusations the Florida Highway Patrol issued a report on August 10th defending its actions taken the day of the fatal crashes; suggesting that irregular weather and drivers mistakes made it unlikely that any amount of planning or procedure could have prevented the deaths. FHP laid significant blame on drivers themselves, not law enforcement.

As many as a dozen victims of the collisions are planning to sue the Florida Highway Patrol and many of the investigations are still pending.

This story demonstrates just how quickly a car accident can occur and how much damage can happen with no warning. As a company dedicated to driver safety, 1-800-411-Pain strongly advises drivers to pay attention when driving and operating a vehicle. Even small distractions can lead to fatal accidents.

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For more of the latest information regarding accident statistics and driver safety, visit www.411Pain-News.com Robert Lewin, owner of 411 Pain, reminds you not to drink and drive, and to always wear a seat belt.

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The 411 Pain: Big Trucks & Big Accidents

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that “5,374 people were killed in crashes involving large trucks in 1998, representing thirteen percent of all traffic fatalities. Of these, 78 percent were occupants of another vehicle, 14 percent were large truck occupants and 8 percent were non-occupants. An additional 123,000 people were injured in those crashes.”

These are extremely alarming figures considering the number of large trucks traveling the roads every day. Many of the individuals driving these trucks work extremely long hours and are at serious risk of falling asleep while driving. According to the Division of Sleep Medicine at the Harvard Medical School, “Over 100,000 accidents per year are the result of drivers falling asleep while driving. These accidents result in 1,550 deaths and 71,000 injuries a year.”

Driving can be an extremely dangerous activity. A driver can only account for his or her self. Driving cautiously may not be enough to prevent an auto accident. This is why it is crucial to have access to professional legal and medical services, in the unfortunate event an accident does happen. 411 Pain is a medical and legal referral service.

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The 411: Distracted Driving

Studies show that approximately 6,000 people die every year in the United States from distracted driving. Over 500,000 injuries occur because of distracted driving. Distracted driving can include anything that draws a driver’s attention away from the road. This can involve talking or texting on a cell phone while driving, putting on makeup, eating, reading a map, setting up a GPS device, or any other distractions. These days, cell phones seem to be the most common factor associated with distracted driving. They also lead to the most injuries and deaths.

Distracted driving is just one piece of a very dangerous puzzle. There are many factors that can cause serious injury or even death when driving. The most important thing to do is make sure we are protected in the unfortunate event an accident does happen. Having access to dependable, professional medical and legal advice is crucial! 411 Pain is a legal and medical referral service that has been in business for over 15 years. If you have been in a car accident, you may be entitled to significant benefits for lost wages and your injuries. 411 Pain’s ultimate goal is to help return your life as closely back to normalcy as possible after a car accident.

While we cannot control what other drivers are doing, we can take steps toward our own protection. By driving as safely as possible and staying alert, we may be able to avoid those drivers who are not doing what they should be. If we do happen to become involved in an accident, however, 411 Pain is your access to expert medical and legal support. Remember, after 911, call 411!

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The 411 On Drunk Driving

According to JournalStar.com, one in sixty cars has a drunk driver in them during the day in Nebraska. After eleven pm, that number increases significantly. The Nebraska Office of Highway Safety reports that as many as one in every twelve drivers can be alcohol impaired and one in four in areas with a higher number of bars.

These are extremely alarming figures considering the number of total drivers on the road at any given time. The number of impaired drivers can potentially be in the tens of thousands. In highly populated urban areas such as South Florida, these numbers can be even higher! The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Association) reports that over 275,000 people were injured in alcohol related auto accidents in 2003. This number has steadily increased since then. Knowing that the number of drunk drivers on the roads is steadily increasing, it is important that people protect themselves. If you are in an auto accident, it is important to have access to experienced, competent medical treatment and legal advice. You want the peace of mind of knowing that someone has your back!

411 Pain is a medical and lawyer referral service. You you may be able to recover benefits and lost wages, whether you were at fault or not. 411 Pain will also refer you to a doctor that specializes in the particular injuries you are experiencing. Do not let a car accident ruin your life. Be proactive and take a stand. If you have been injured in an auto accident, contact 411 Pain to see what they can do for you. Remember, after 911 call 411.

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