According to the 2009-2020 traffic accident report published by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), a total of 104,105 accidents were reported in Pakistan out of which 44,959 were fatal.
Despite multiple advanced safety features in cars like ABS, adaptive headlights, forward collision system (FCS) and the rest, car accidents still happen. These accidents lead to multiple unwanted consequences, including permanent injuries.
Road accidents have become a major issue in Pakistan. They not only harm the passengers but are also dangerous for people who are walking around.
But why do road accidents really happen? In this guide, we will tell you some of the most common reasons that lead to car accidents.
Distracted Driving
One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving. People eat, drink, talk on the phone and send messages while driving which distracts their mind and leads to an accident.
Driving at Night
Driving at night is another common cause of road accidents.
Driving at night is safe but only under certain conditions including properly lit roads, drivers using headlights, etc. But this is not how people drive all the time.
People drive on unfamiliar roads with dim or no lighting which increases the risk of car accidents. Without proper lighting, driving at night time can become extremely dangerous for pedestrians as well as motorists.
Wrong Way Driving
To reach their destination, some people choose a shortcut which means driving the wrong way. While some people do it purposely, others turn on a one-way street mistakenly. Whatever the reason may be, when you drive in the wrong direction, not only you but other people on the road are also in danger.
Reckless Driving
Switching lanes too quickly and disregarding the rules of the road are some conditions of reckless driving which can lead to potential harm.
Ignoring Red Lights and Stop Signs
Running red lights and stop signs leads to side-impact collisions at high speed causing major injuries and in some cases, death.
Fatigue
Being tired or sleepy impacts the driver’s ability to drive and respond to the conditions on the road hence leading to road accidents.
Design Defects
Defects in the road as well as your vehicle can lead to car accidents. Car defects that can lead to road accidents include brake failure, damaged car suspension, etc. Along with this, if the car’s airbag does not deploy timely, it can lead the driver to face multiple injuries.
To make sure that your car is in a good condition, you can get it inspected on a regular basis. To book a car inspection online, visit OLX Pakistan’s website.
While car defects lead to accidents, road defects also play an essential role in this. Some road defects include a broken stop sign, large potholes in the road, malfunctioning traffic lights, etc.
Weather Conditions
It is no surprise that driving on the roads during bad weather conditions is difficult. Car accidents are extremely common during rainfall because the water creates a slick surface for the car which causes the vehicle to skid or spin while braking.
So unless it is absolutely necessary, try not to drive during rainfall. Along with rain, fog and snow also make it difficult for people to drive.
Speeding
Over speeding kills is a known fact. Drivers usually overspeed when running late from the office, etc.
Inexperienced Driving
Inexperienced driving can cause major accidents. New drivers are often nervous and this leads them to making mistakes on the road, resulting in accidents. They may not know how to adjust their speed, when to yield or pass, how to drive safely in the rain, when to apply brakes, etc.
That is about it! We hope this guide was helpful and it will help you stay cautious while driving. Do let us know if you have any questions.
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