Drunk driving has plagued US roadways for decades, yet motorists continue to get behind the wheel of a car after consuming too much alcohol. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) reports that officers make almost 34,000 arrests statewide for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), and more than…
South Florida is the most densely populated region of the state, so it stands to reason that it will rank high when it comes to the frequency of serious car accidents. Statistics from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) are proof of the dangers, as there…
Whether you attribute it to lack of experience, tendency to text and drive, or other risky behavior, the popular assumption persists that teens are more dangerous behind the wheel. Unfortunately, this is one hypothesis that does carry some truth. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than…
Miami drivers are well-aware that speeding increases the potential for serious auto collisions, but you may not understand the specific implications until you look closer at some of the underlying factors. Though it impacts the level of damage and severity of injuries, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also…
The mobile app-based food delivery market has expanded considerably over the last five years, but business exploded when pandemic lockdowns limited restaurant options for Miami residents. As restrictions ease, there are still shocking statistics on food delivery apps and services: In sum, food delivery services of all sizes raked in…
It seems as if there is a national day dedicated to anything you can imagine, from your favorite foods and activities to raising awareness to important issues. With the innovation and advancements in the area of self-driving cars, you may not be shocked to learn that one of the newest…
While car accidents are a serious problem throughout the state, statistics show that South Florida is one of the most dangerous regions for fatal and injury-causing collisions. According to the Crash Dashboard operated by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are more than 106,000 total…
One of the most efficient, affordable ways to get around Miami is on foot, but there are risks involved when walking in one of the most dangerous metropolitan areas for pedestrians in the U.S. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), accidents involving people on…
Car accident statistics compiled by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) are useful for predicting trends and understanding the causes behind these incidents, putting you in a better position to protect yourself and your family. So far in 2020, there have been 44,731 total crashes in…
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) tracks traffic accidents through the state, and its Crash Dashboard reveals some troubling statistics about collisions in South Florida. So far in 2020, there have been a total of 44,731 motor vehicle accidents in Miami-Dade County, leading to 299 fatalities…