Happy New Year from all of us at Saltmarsh Insurance
Happy New Year from all of us at Saltmarsh Insurance
One person is killed, on average, about every 52 minutes in a drunk-driving crash, totaling more than 10,000 lives lost each year. Be Responsible Since the public health emergency began, we’ve seen drivers making riskier decisions when they’re behind the…
Overview Distracted driving is dangerous, claiming 3,142 lives in 2019. NHTSA leads the national effort to save lives by preventing this dangerous behavior. Get the facts, get involved, and help us keep America’s roads safe. What Is Distracted Driving? Distracted driving is…
Whether it’s snow, sleet or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In 2019, there were 440 fatal crashes, and an estimated 33,000 injury crashes that occurred in wintry conditions. Preparing yourself – and your vehicle – for…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) identifies safety-related defects in vehicles and equipment to help keep everyone safe on the road. We’re committed to promoting awareness of these safety defects, urging vehicle owners to repair open recalls, and keeping…
One of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. Many Americans understand the lifesaving value of the seat belt – the national use rate was at 90.3% in 2020. Seat belt use in passenger vehicles saved…
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Federal Highway Administration are celebrating October as National Pedestrian Safety Month and strengthening their efforts to improve safety for vulnerable road users. DOT has produced a suite of free…
STAYING SAFE ON TWO WHEELS As the public health emergency continues, many people have turned to bicycle riding as fun way to get out and exercise, or have taken the opportunity to teach their children to ride a bike. Bicycles…
Overview The school bus is the safest vehicle on the road—your child is much safer taking a bus to and from school than traveling by car. Although four to six school-age children die each year on school transportation vehicles, that’s…
