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As the nation eases marijuana laws, road safety advocates worry that highway rules for driving under the influence of pot are lagging, which could lead to fatal crashes.

Medical marijuana is legal in 23 states and Washington, D.C.; adult recreational use is legal in Washington state and Colorado; marijuana has been decriminalized in 16 states and Washington, D.C..

"I'm very concerned, because I feel that we're painting the plane as we're flying it," says Jake Nelson, director of traffic safety, advocacy and research for AAA. "When we were at this stage of the game with alcohol, starting to...

Republished from the Wall St. Journal

By BETSY MCKAY

Sept. 28, 2014

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has a new message for the developing world's metropolises: make your roads safer.

Mr. Bloomberg is expected to announce Monday that his philanthropic organization will spend $125 million during the next five years on programs to reduce traffic deaths and injuries in 10 cities in lowand middle-income countries.

Traffic fatalities are a major cause of preventable death globally—in the top 10 with killers such as heart disease and HIV/AIDS.

The World Health Organization estimates that...

KSLA News 12 Shreveport, Louisiana News Weather

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SHREVEPORT, LA (KSLA) -Shreveport police have released the name of the 2-year-old child who was fatally injured after his mother accidentally ran him over on Thursday afternoon.  And as the family grieves so too are first responders who must confront such trauma day in and day out.

The accident happened at 3:40 p.m. at a home in the 100 block of East Prospect Street. Police say 32-year-old Jennifer Peters pulled her SUV forward in her driveway and ran over 2-year-old Colton Stolzer.

Stolzer was taken to University Health, where...

The news started flying Friday afternoon over social media: A 5-year-old Leesburg boy was hit by a big Mercury in a parking lot and dragged 15 feet before rolling out from under the car.

Jerred Byrd Jr., a kindergartner at Leesburg Elementary, was drawing calmly with chalk on the concrete of a parking lot at 1015 McNamee St. when the 3,917-pound car hit him and pulled him under the wheels, breaking both of his legs.

A girl in the group of kids playing in the parking lot told officers she tried to hold up her hands to slow the car, which kept going. Another tried to warn Jerred to move but wasn't...

The speed enforcement camera stationed at the base of a Belt Parkway exit ramp near Ocean Parkway issued approximately 6,000 violations in just one day, earning the city about $300,000 in revenue, according to Councilman Chaim Deutsch.

The camera earned notoriety earlier this month when Sheepshead Bites revealed its location on Shore Parkway between Ocean Parkway and West Avenue, at the very end of a 400-foot-long exit ramp from the Belt Parkway. Locals and Councilman Mark Treyger expressed outrage at the placement, calling it a trap. But the numbers have led Councilman Chaim Deutsch, in whose...

Rockland County, NY - An 18 month old girl who was struck by a minivan Friday in the Monsey area died this morning at Westchester Medical Center.

Judy Danziger was in the roadway on Becketts Court in Chestnut Ridge at 1:30 in the afternoon when she was hit by a 2002 Toyota Sienna that was backing out onto the street.

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Why a Camera System?

If you are wondering whether or not to invest in a rear view camera in the first place, consider the following facts:

• The NHTSA notes that rear facing cameras can save up to nearly 70 lives a year.
• The IIHS notes that up to 18,000 people are injured in back-up accidents every year.
• A law requiring the NHTSA to develop rules to prevent back-up accidents was passed in 2008. At this time, the NHTSA determined that only rear-mounted video cameras with in-vehicle displays would provide adequate prevention.

The toll it takes on those who lose a loved one through what could have been...

In 2002, pediatrician Greg Gulbransen, who dedicated his life to saving the lives of children, was backing his SUV when he ran over and killed his own 2-year-old son. Gulbransen says he used all three mirrors and looked over his shoulder as required before backing up, but that was not enough. He was unable to see his son who he thought was safely in the house.

Gulbransen decided to honor his young son by working to change laws and require rear view cameras to be added as safety devices to all vehicles. As a result of his efforts legislation was passed requiring all new cars sold in the U.S...

Car to Car Technology

The Obama administration came out in support of car-to-car technology, saying it would increase safe driving and reduce road accidents. The technology lets cars detect each other on the road and could prevent over half a million collisions every year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the cost of the technology in 2020 would be about $329 per vehicle.

Cellphones and Accidents

According to the National Safety Council, cell phones have a major impact on road safety. Analysis of data from 2013 and earlier indicates that 26 percent of vehicle...

What could be more horrible than a mother backing her car out of the driveway, running over, and killing her own child? Rebecca Woodruff, age 4, died this way. The mother called 911, asked for an ambulance. The Houston dispatcher sent a fire truck instead. Critical life-saving moments were lost and the child died.

Every week in America, there are more than fifty backover accidents involving children. The average age of the child is one-year old. The majority of the time, a parent or relative is driving the vehicle. Mostly these accidents happen with larger vehicles like a truck, van, or SUV. Of...

The 2014 Roadmap Report revealed a significant amount of important information regarding vehicle safety, including:

• Over 33,000 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2012.
• Over 2 million people were injured in similar crashes.
• Almost 5,000 motorcycle riders were killed in 2012, which marked a significant increase over 2011.

https://saferoads.org/files/2014_roadmap_report.pdf

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Recent activities with the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety include:

• A hearing on truck safety that was held by the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on July 29, 2014.
• A 25 year celebration for the Advocates...

Trusted backup camera systems expert Rear View Safety, an authority on safe driving technology, has just launched a new online Buyer’s Guide. Featuring a wealth of data and expert analysis, the Buyer’s Guide will equip visitors to make the best decisions possible about their time on the road.

“Our Buyer’s Guide includes everything a driver should know about backup cameras. We’re excited to launch this new page on our well-reviewed website and stand ready to answer any and all customer questions,” said David Newman, an Account Manager for the vehicle backup camera company.

The Rear View Safety Buyer’s...

Brooklyn, New York, January 16, 2014 -- Backup camera system expert Rear View Safety, an authority in the field of on-board camera systems, is now recommending the latest dash cams now available through its comprehensive website. Capable of recording all drives in any conditions, the newest models can provide all drivers with security and peace of mind on the road.

“Dash cams are an emerging trend in the safety industry. New innovations are appearing with every model released, and our customers are eager to integrate dash cams into their existing safety systems. We’re ready to educate every visitor...

BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Winter’s icy, snowy roads make travel hazardous for everyone, and pose a special threat to commercial divers who have to face those dangers every day. Increasing on-the-road safety is a critical consideration, and leading rear view camera retailer Rear View Safety Inc. provides affordable solutions to help drivers and fleet carriers weather winter safely. Rear View Safety offers a range of on-board rear view camera systems designed to provide a clear view of blind spots and other difficult-to-see hazards that can make traveling on slippery roads more dangerous than ever.

“The need...

Rear View Safety is the premiere online retailer of backup cameras that helps both fleets and consumers enhance safety everywhere. It encourages fleet owners to consider outfitting their vehicles with the helpful units to avoid costly mistakes like one that happened recently on Columbus Ave in NYC  in late October.

At the end of October, a commercial truck driver in NYC backed into a $300,000 Ferrari. While no one was injured, the driver’s claim that he couldn’t see the car behind him while he backed into the street certainly won’t assuage the repair costs, which his fleet is surely to be liable...

Backup camera system manufacturer Rear View Safety provides all-inclusive safety solutions for businesses that operate large fleets of vehicles of any kind. The retailer, found online at https://www.RearViewSafety.com, boasts bulk discounts and other perks for fleets that make large orders. Browse Rear View Safety’s inventory to find the perfect safety solution today.

"While mass transit has made our world an incredibly more convenient place, the dangers of the road are more real than ever before. If your business operates a large fleet of buses, consider outfitting your vehicles with Rear View...

Online backup camera system retailerRear View Safetyencourages all bands that are ready to embark on their first cross country tour of the year to increase safety with one of its products. The more that a vehicle hauls, the more paramount backup safety becomes, especially for drivers who do not operate larger vehicles as a daily part of their lives. All customers who update their vehicle’s safety precautions will make the road a better place for everyone.

“Eager young musicians are often ready to take their tunes on the road, showcasing their talents around the country on an adventure they will...

Rear View Safety, a backup camera system retailer located online at https://www.RearViewSafety.com, is currently emphasizing the advantage of bundling their products with oversized vehicles. Limousine drivers, bus drivers, and other automotive professionals can all dramatically benefit from the added safety provided from a new camera system. Rear View Safety even offers extended services for business owners managing their own transportation fleets.

“Limousines are a lavish and exciting form of transportation equipped with snacks, drinks, and of course, well-dressed people. How else can you make...

Rear View Safety is a rear view camera manufacturer that operates its retail online at https://www.RearViewSafety.com. The company is currently showcasing two of its camera models at the Work Truck Show of America in Indianapolis, Indiana, the largest commercial vehicle convention in North America. Its products are utilized to enhance safety on various commercial vehicles across the country.

“The National Truck Equipment Association was created in 1964 and is made up of nearly 1,600 companies that specialize in the repair, sale, manufacture, and distribution of various commercial truck bodies...