15 Common (Some Stupid!) Reasons for Car Accidents

6) Poor Vehicle Maintenance

Not properly maintaining your vehicle can cause a wide range of problems. Even something as simple as not topping off the windshield washer fluid can leave you all but blind in harsh weather. You should keep a maintenance schedule for your car and check fluids regularly. Anything that forces you to pull over on a busy road or highway can put you and anyone stopping to help you at risk, especially during high volume traffic periods. Checking your tires is crucial to road safety. It doesn’t matter how expensive your car is, where the rubber meets the road is where it counts. Take a penny and place it in your tire tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, you need new tires. You should also have your brakes checked and maintained regularly.