According to a series of news agencies, gas prices in California have jumped 30 cents overnight. The reports show that a recent gasoline shortage in California made the price in the state spike 16% in the Los Angeles area over the last couple of weeks, which is a reality that will continue to make the lives of drivers a nightmare in the next weeks. Because of the recent refinery accidents have led to the current supply shortage, gasoline price skyrocketed, (read more)
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05
Oct
2012
Gas Prices Jump About 30 Cents Overnight
As we have stated previously, California is reportedly allowing texting while driving starting next year, as long as it is done with a hands-free device. Although this can make many avid texting enthusiasts happy, users must be aware that dictation may not be precise. News reports show that Siri on the iPhone may not be the best way to do it, but Jellybean on Android might do the trick. 4G LTE networks could also offer some help with conductivity issues (read more)
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16
Jul
2012
New Law in California Allows Hands-Free Texting
Multiple news agencies have revealed that a new law in California may allow drivers to text while behind the wheel through a hands-free device. According to the news, hands-free devices that allow users to text without touching the phone can be used while behind the wheel, which could cause some confusion to residents since the use of certain hands-free devices is still illegal. Certain safety officials are concerned with the possibility of this new law since they believe texting in (read more)
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21
Mar
2012
Cellphone-Related Accidents Down In California
According to a recent study that has been released by the California Office of Traffic Safety, the number of cellphone-related crashes has decreased considerably since the cellphone ban law was first enacted. The news sources covering this new discovery have revealed that since July 2008, the crash fatalities related to cellphone use have dropped 47 percent while a considerable decrease in non-injury crashes has also been noted by the federal agency. According to the authorities, the fact that a ticket for a (read more)
Read MoreNews reports indicate that many Californian cities have started to reconsider their implementation of car accident taxes. Though many cities are beginning to overturn the practice, California does not a statewide law restricting accident response fees. Anyone that’s been in a car wreck knows that there’s a lot more involved than just exchanging information. Even the most minor fender-bender involved talking to insurance companies, quotes from mechanics and medical appraisals. Added to these bills however, is the cost of dispatching (read more)
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07
Jan
2011
More Americans Buckling Up Than Ever
85% of American adults say they wear their seat belt regularly, which means more Americans than ever before are buckling up.
Read MoreCHP teams are more regularly combating texting while driving by issuing tickets to violators.
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30
Nov
2010
Law Permits Windshield Video Cameras
A new law which goes into effect January 1 in California will allow video cameras to be placed on the vehicle windshields.
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22
Oct
2010
CHP Reminds Drivers to Obey Headlight Laws
The law states if visibility is under 1,000 feet, or if windshield wipers are in constant motion, you must turn on your headlights.
Read MoreResearchers speculate that cell phone bans aren’t enough to drastically reduce accident rates and most drivers ignore the laws. Instead, drivers need to be educated in order to really change their habits.
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