AAA: Spring rains can make driving dangerous
Though today's forecast has a chance of snow after a few days of ice late last week, highs are supposed to be in the 50s by the end of this week. It puts rain reliably as the main form of precipitation motorists will have to deal with in the near future, especially as April warms up. And while winter conditions definitely test drivers, wet roads present their own challenges, according to AAA. Rain reduces traction and limits visibility, fueling crashes, breakdowns and costly mistakes when drivers underestimate changing road conditions, AAA warns in a news release. “Wet pavement can ...
State to focus this month on enforcing Hands-Free Law
If you haven't done it already, time to put down the phone when getting behind the wheel — law enforcement will be watching. With a rise in the use of handheld devices by drivers on Michigan roadways and in support of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, police agencies throughout the state are teaming up with the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning for a high-visibility enforcement effort in April, according to a news release. A recent observational study from Michigan State University found mobile device use by drivers increased from 5.2% in 2024 to 5.7% in 2025. ...
