From new drivers studying the DMV handbook to seasoned motorists honing their awareness, hazard perception is a critical skill that helps prevent accidents. Training programs and real-world practice ...

When people notice one traffic hazard, they are less likely to see a simultaneous second hazard, according to new research from North Carolina State University. The finding has potential applications ...

A car seen through a wet windshield driving in the rain with hazard lights flashing, something safety experts recommend should never be done. (iStock / Getty Images Plus) It might seem like a smart ...

Alabama law permits hazard light use for specific situations like breakdowns or unusual driving conditions, not for regular driving. While driving in heavy rain, using hazard lights can decrease ...

The abundance of rain in the last couple of weeks in North Georgia again exposed our maneuvering weaknesses. Wet roads and, worse, standing water sent cars sideways and caused contact citywide. These ...

Some metro Atlanta police departments have previously advised drivers to not use hazard lights while driving, even in the rain or snow. In Georgia, the use of hazard lights is permitted while driving ...

IT IS raining heavily and you are on the road, driving through poor visibility while trying to stay extra cautious due to the difficult driving conditions. You could not afford to stop, as you must ...