Auto Accident News Blog

Transport Canada Investigating Accident That May Be Tied to GM Recall

As more and more information regarding the GM recall continues to come out, Transport Canada is investigating a fatal car accident that may be linked to the same ignition switch failure that led to 12 deaths in the United States. According to the federal department, there has been one complaint in Canada involving a crash... Read More

Drivers Want Changes Made to Highway 7 Intersection

In January 2014, a freight train crashed into a semi-trailer at the intersection of Highway 7 and Wellington Road 29. Although there were no serious personal injuries, townsfolk called for increased safety measures at the intersection. The space between the intersections stop line and the beginning of the train tracks is 62 feet. However, many... Read More

Car Nearly Lands In Detroit River After Flipping Over Riverside Drive Guard Rail

Details of a serious accident have just been released by Windsor Police, which involved three people being trapped in a vehicle that flipped over a guard rail on Riverside Drive and almost resulted in the vehicle landing in the Detroit River, early on Sunday morning. According to Staff Sgt. Jeff Verkoeyen of the Windsor Police:... Read More

The Number 1 Distraction For Drivers Is Texting

When it comes to safety on our roads, it’s not just your own driving that you need to pay attention to, but also the actions of other people behind the wheel. Defensive driving is an important part of keeping our roads and streets safe for the mix of people using them, in vehicles, on bicycles,... Read More

Two Injured In Wellesley Township Collision

Waterloo Regional Police (RLP) have just released details on a serious, two vehicle accident that occurred on Hutchison Avenue just north of Wellesley Township on Wednesday afternoon. According to sources, the accident involved a minivan and a pickup truck, with both drivers a 77 year old male and a 19 year old Alma male being... Read More

Four Auto Standards You’ll Only Find in Canada

Standards for automobiles, safety equipment and child safety states can differ from country to country and in Canada, the auto standards are uniquely their own. Transport Canada is responsible for creating and regulating safety standards in an effort to protect the safety of Canadians. Here are some important auto standards all Canadians should keep in... Read More

Fines For Distracted Driving In Ontario Set To Increase To $280

It’s been revealed that just last week, Ontario chief justice Annemarie Bonkalo has agreed to an increase in the traffic fines associated with distracted driving, by signing a judicial order, approving the increase. Effective March 18th, 2014, any motorist that is caught while looking at the screen of a: Phone Computer Tablet MP3 … or... Read More

Head-On Accident Near London Results In Fatality

In a statement recently released by Provincial police, it has been revealed that a 27 year old male that was involved in a head-on collision just outside of London on Friday, February 21st has passed away from the injuries he sustained in the collision. It’s reported that a minivan crossed into the path of an... Read More

Potholed Roads Becoming A Problem As Windsor Thaws Out

With the greater Ontario region slowly starting to pull its way out of the grips of winter, many drivers in Windsor and it’s surrounding areas are noticing an increase in the number of large potholes on our roads, leading to a multitude of auto accidents and damage to vehicles. While road crews are out on... Read More

Canadian Automobile Association Launches New Safety Tool for Senior Drivers

Research has shown that 47 per cent of Canadians are concerned about the safety of an aging family member when they are behind the wheel, which is why the Canadian Automobile Association has created a tool intended to help senior citizens drive safely. If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile... Read More