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It was my fault as much as it was his. I work with safety professionals and hear the statistics every day. Yet there I was in my own little world, rushing to get home and not paying attention to the other drivers on the road. That’s how I ended up forced into the median at 60 mph.

Rainy Road Risks

The force of the impact threw me against the door as my SUV skidded to a stop beside the barrier and every emergency signal lit up on my instrument panel. I knew the front-right tire and axle were destroyed.

  • 8 March 2026
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Use the Right Tools

Across the Army, Soldiers have many different hobbies to occupy their off-duty time. One of the main hobbies I often hear about is Soldiers working on their private motor vehicles. While doing the work themselves may help save money on a costly repair or modification, it can be dangerous if they don’t have the proper tools to do the job safely.

  • 1 March 2026
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A Road Warrior vs. Winter's Wrath

As snowflakes began hitting the road, I tightened my grip on the steering wheel of my speed-racing Honda Civic. I could picture my front-wheel-drive hatchback doing 360s down the highway. But I had an important briefing at work and, as the leader, calling out wasn’t an option. I’d have to fight the worsening conditions on Interstate 78.

  • 15 February 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Your Road Responsibility

As the season's first winter mix began to fall, I made the prudent decision to send my team home early, advising them to beat the impending traffic. Unfortunately, I didn't take my own advice.

  • 25 January 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 571
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Catching the Train

Shortly after the collision, my friend pulled up next to my car, yelling at me to respond. He’d seen the whole event transpire. All I heard was his muffled voice, but I couldn’t respond. I was dazed and confused. Once I came to, I looked at him in relief because I realized that if he could see me, I must have survived, which gave me an overwhelming sense of relief.

  • 18 January 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 515
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