15 Common (Some Stupid!) Reasons for Car Accidents

14) Poor Road Conditions

Poor road conditions can get the best of even the most cautious drivers. Objects in the road can cause you to lose control trying to avoid whatever it is. Natural road hazards such as rain, snow and fog can all create limited visibility. Rain and snow can cause loss of traction even in cars equipped with ABS. Even if the ABS in your car stops you in time, doesn’t mean the car behind you can. Other road hazards like debris, pot holes, cracks, missing signs and especially Red-Light Safety Cameras. With the implementation of these ticket generating cameras, rear end accidents went up over 24%. It’s hard to judge the depth of a pothole when it’s full of water, hitting one can bend a rim or blow out a tire. Jerking your car out of the way to avoid one at the last second can result in much worse.