car-related injuries can occur even if you're not driving
TRANSCRIPT
Car-Related Injuries Can Occur Even If You’re Not Driving
CAR RELATED INJURIES
Happens almost anytime, whether you’re behind the wheel, out for an afternoon walk or simply changing a flat tire
2Section Name
3Section Name
Most of us are fully aware of the risks involved with driving, but many of us forget when we pay our auto insurance premiums that we could be the victims of a variety of other car-related injuries as well…without even getting behind the wheel.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), just short of a million non-traffic and non-crash incidents occur every year
We tend to focus on those more than other potential car-related injuries. Some can be less serious, while others may be more so and even life-threatening.
4Section Name
5Section Name
10,000 people are badly hurt annually when using an automotive jack or other type of hoist, which is related to the 74,000 who are injured by a falling vehicle or vehicle part
An estimated 74,000 more people are struck by a vehicle in the U.S. each year while out walking, jogging or crossing the street.
6Section Name
Pedestrians and cyclists were involved in one-third of all non-traffic injuries. In most cases, those injuries are critical or fatal.
7Section Name
A few simple tips could keep you from ending up in the hospital or worse
• Automotive jack or hoist - If you’re unfamiliar with this type of equipment, get someone to show you how to operate it before using it. Learning as you go is not always a good idea. With a flat tire, call the Auto Club and let them handle it.
8Section Name
More Tips…
• Pedestrians and cyclists – When walking, jogging, or cycling at night…wear reflective clothing and stay in the safety zone.
• Don’t walk or jog close to traffic and check for oncoming cars before crossing.
• Don’t assume they see you. Wait till they stop completely. Cyclists should also wear reflective clothes and remain in bike lanes or paths.
• In daytime, be aware of your surroundings and the risks around you. Stay focused.
9Section Name
More Tips…• Back-over accidents – These are often tragic, as young
children between the ages of 1 and 4 are typically the victims because they’re too small to see in blind spots.
10Section Name
More Tips…With a little extra care and caution, most auto-related injuries can be prevented. Common sense can go a long way to keeping you and your children safe…as does staying focused in the garage, driveway or parking lot.
11Section Name
CONTACT US
Why not get a free Texas auto insurance quote today?
12Section Name
