I believe that Hochswender’s essay is persuasive. The reason why I think Hochswender’s essay is persuasive because he makes several statements that lean more toward having an SUV is the way to go. “Four- wheel-drive vehicles allow workers to get to and from their jobs, and parents to transport their children safely to school” (Hochswender 155). This quote states that Hochswender believes that without having a four-wheel-drive vehicle, individuals cannot get from place to place safely. It is…
Wouldn't you agree that driving requires no distractions at all times? Therefore, not only should it be illegal in some states but in all 50 states it should be illegal to drive while using a handheld cell phone. Here are some reasons and examples to consider why driving while using a handheld cell phone should be illegal: Driving while using a handheld cell phone can be just as dangerous as texting and driving. It's dangerous because sometimes you can get carried…
There are hundreds of driverless cars on the streets and you probably didn't know.Technology grew really fast and it keeps growing.There are driverless cars out there testing it.Some people might think Driverless cars are a bad thing, but it's not.Driverless car can be a good thing for society.It can help a lot of people.It keeps them safe and well. Driverless cars can be a good thing for grandparents or for people who need to get something done.Some grandparents need help from their children…
Being Distracted by Texting While Driving is a Societal Problem Messages can wait, texting and driving are not the best friends on the road driver’s and other’s life are more important than answering a message. In North America specifically in the United States and Canada a big number of car accidents and deaths occur by being distracted by texting, talking by phone or even using hands-free options while people are driving or by being distracted when walking, causing people to walk into the…
Nobody likes getting into a car crash. In your life there is a 50% chance that you are going to get into a car crash. If you get into a car crash you always need to stop. If someone has been seriously injured in a car crash call police immediately. Try to find someone or perform first aid yourself. You never want to move someone that has been in a car crash. You can move the person to avoid further injury. If someone is hurt and you fail to stop for them it can result in a third degree felony.…
Motorcycle Helmets? It may seem obvious to most, but some people out there still don't understand, or even care to wear helmets when riding motorcycles. Idiots who believe that helmets don't protect you in a motorcycle wreck, are most likely the ones who are injured the most, have concussions, or even die when they crash their motorcycles. It is very unsafe, uncool, and careless to not wear a helmet when driving, or riding a motorcycle. Wearing a helmet is the safe thing to do. In fact,…
In the United States, about forty percent of teenage deaths are from car collisions. This is an immense concern for parents and teenagers. At first glance, the solution may seem obvious; raise the driving age to 18.I do not believe that will solve the problem, in fact, I believe it may cause even more problems. I believe that the diversity of teens, how big of a role experience plays, and convenience of driving are reasons why the minimum driving age should stay 16. First off, teens are very…
A drunken woman, aged 25 rushed her car into the homecoming parade held at Oklahoma State University yesterday. The woman was under the influence of alcohol due to which she lost control of her car and smashed into the crowd; killing four and injuring nearly 44 of the spectators. Today, a two year old, nash lucas and an Indian student, Nikita Nakal, who was doing her MBA from OSU have been declared dead among four others, who were crushed in the accident. Adacia Chambers, was drunk when she lost…
Recently, a train crashed into an SUV that was stuck on railroad tracks in Odessa. Luckily, the driver of the SUV reacted in the correct way by getting everyone out of the vehicle before the crash, so there were no injuries reported. Because trains travel at a much faster speed than a car or other vehicles and they cannot stop quickly, it is important to practice safety when traveling across railroad tracks. Here are some railroad track safety tips: Be aware of railroad crossings. If there is…
Jane Smith, was referred by the Courts for treatment because of an OWI arrest. Ms. Smith was involved in a hit and run accident of a parked vehicle and denied it was her fault. She failed the sobriety field test and later admitted it was her who was driving her car when she hit the parked vehicle. Ms. Smith enjoys drinking six twelve oz. beers three times a week. She has in the past used marijuana daily up until she was 28 or 29. Ms. Smith also has experimented with cocaine and hallucinogens…