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Virginia DOT Preparing for Heavy Snow and Ice This Weekend

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is preparing for heavy snow and ice to create hazardous road conditions this weekend in the Fredericksburg area,...

Pennsylvania DOT Reminds Motorists to Check Weather and Drive Safely

Ahead of predicted winter weather through the weekend, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reminding motorists to slow down, pay attention and use...

Pennsylvania DOT Reduces Speed Limits on I-95 During Winter Storm Event

Due to the severity of the winter storm, The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is temporarily reducing the speed limit on several roadways across the...

Massachusetts DOT: Construction Suspended for Thanksgiving Holiday Travel

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is encouraging members of the public to plan ahead for travel during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday week. During...

AAA Predicts Record 82 Million Thanksgiving Travelers This Holiday Period

According to projections from the American Automobile Association (AAA), an estimated 81.8 million Americans are set to embark on journeys spanning at least 50...

Your Guide to a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Drive on I-95

This Thanksgiving holiday is expected to be one of the years most heavily traveled periods. Using input from fellow I-95 travelers, state transportation data...

‘Keep Right’ Laws… and Fines, for I-95 Travelers

The differences in speed among vehicles on a road, not high speeds alone, are more likely to contribute to an accident... that's the science...

South Carolina Hands-Free Law Takes Effect September 1, 2025

In May 2025, the South Carolina legislature passed a hands-free law aimed at reducing the number of distracted driving collisions on South Carolina roads....

After the Accident: What You Need to Do When the Worst Happens on the Road

Key Takeaways Prioritize safety first, then document the scene: Move to safety, check for injuries, and photograph vehicles, license plates, skid marks, etc. Call police regardless...

Avoiding Memorial Day Weekend Gridlock: Essential Tips for a Stress-Free Journey

As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, millions of Americans prepare for long-awaited holiday getaways, often turning what should be a relaxing escape into a...
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