There were almost 36,000 injury-causing collisions on Ontario roads last year resulting in 49,601 people injured and another 483 killed. Officials of the provincial police identified speeding as a leading cause of fatal crashes on the roads patrolled by them. Drivers can help to ensure the safety of the occupants of their vehicles, drivers and passengers of other vehicles, and pedestrians by taking the time to review and implement a few safe driving practices. Obey speed limits Someone is injured every 1.4 hours in an accident caused by speeding. It might surprise you to know that driving slower than the prevailing speed of the other vehicles ...
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#AskJoshuaHimel Annual reports of motor vehicle accidents throughout Canada have shown a decline in the number of fatalities and serious injuries. National Road Safety Week is approaching, so this seems like a good time to review a few safe driving practises that can reduce your risk of being involved in an accident and help to prevent injuries when accidents occur while traveling on Ontario streets and thoroughfares. Everyone buckle up! Wearing a seat belt is one of the easiest ways proven to reduce the risk of serious injury in a car crash, and it’s the law in Ontario. As the driver of a vehicle, ...
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