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Driving in Louisiana comes with important rules that keep everyone safe. These rules help drivers, walkers, and families share the road without danger. But crash studies and safety reports show a clear link between certain traffic violations and sideswipe crashes in Louisiana. What Is a Sideswipe? A sideswipe happens when the side of one…

Many people in Louisiana drive with music on. It helps pass the time on long highways and in busy Baton Rouge traffic. But some drivers worry that music might cause crashes. So what does the research really say? Crash reports in the United States do not blame music. This includes injury and fatal crashes….

Afternoon rush hour often brings long lines of cars and sudden stops across Baton Rouge. Many drivers feel tired, stressed, and ready to get home. These everyday moments set the stage for increased crash risk in the region. According to the 2024 TomTom Traffic Index, a six-mile trip in Baton Rouge takes about 11…

The holiday shopping season is one of the busiest times of the year in Louisiana. People are out buying gifts, food, and decorations. With more cars on the road from morning until late at night, drivers need to be extra careful. According to the 2024 Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS),…

A First Alert is in place for tonight into Tuesday morning. Louisiana will see its first freeze of the season. It will be a light freeze, but it may still break temperature records. Temperatures are forecast to drop into the upper 20s north and east of the Baton Rouge metro area, and into the…

Louisiana’s economy runs on hard work, strong industries, and miles of open road. Agriculture, construction, oil and gas, and shipping all play major roles in the state’s growth. Farms stretch across parishes, ports move products to market, and factories keep workers on the move. Because of this, transportation is part of daily life. If…

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and LSU’s Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS) report that rear-end crashes are the most common type of wreck in Louisiana. A rear-end collision happens when one car hits the back of another. It might sound minor, but these crashes can still cause…

If you’ve been injured in an accident, you’re probably asking yourself one big question: Is it worth hiring an accident lawyer? It’s a question almost every accident victim faces, especially when the insurance company seems friendly and promises to “take care of everything.” But the truth is, handling your own claim and hiring an…

Traffic is getting an upgrade in Ascension Parish. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is building three new roundabouts along Louisiana Highway 30, a key route connecting Gonzales to nearby industrial and residential areas. Related: Alternative Routes to Ascension Parish Roundabout Construction The first roundabout is already open, and the full project…

When Louisiana drivers “spring forward” or “fall back,” crash risks change too. Even one lost hour of sleep can affect safety.Research shows crashes rise right after the time change. Small shifts in sleep and daylight affect alertness, focus, and reaction time. A study by the American Economic Association found fatal crashes increase 6% during…