Putting your vehicle in reverse and backing out of a driveway or parking spot can be a risky maneuver – it’s difficult to see behind your own car because of its various blind spots, no matter if it’s a big truck or small hybrid. Manufacturers began voluntarily adding rear-view backup cameras to their vehicles (usually…

If you’ve lived in Las Vegas for even a little while, you’ve seen drivers run red lights. An old joke about Las Vegas drivers goes something like, “How can you tell who is the Las Vegas driver? They’re the fourth one through the red light.” Unfortunately, drivers running red lights have been causing a serious…

When it comes to distracted driving, most people immediately think of texting while driving. While texting is a big—and the most dangerous—culprit, there’s much more at play. In fact, there are four types of distracted driving that lead to the majority of distracted-driving accidents. To help combat the issue, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is…

While it may seem harmless to speed a little when you’re running late (or fun to race cars with your friends), these are both examples of pretty serious traffic violations because of the lives you’re putting at risk. According to Nevada state law, when someone drives with a deliberate disregard of safety for themselves, other…