Each year, nearly 1.35 million people are killed in road crashes worldwide, and as many as 50 million others are seriously injured, according to the World Health Organization.  In the United States, although automobile traffic decreased during the pandemic, crash fatalities rose drastically. This led to the largest six-month spike ever recorded according to estimates from the U.S. Department of Transportation.  Speeding, distraction, impaired driving, and not wearing a seat belt were among the top determinants of these crashes. Rear-end collisions commonly occur when a driver is distracted, is not paying attention, or is following dangerously close to another vehicle. Without minimizing the human behaviors that contribute to crashes, there are other ways to help prevent rear-end crashes.    

Across the country, scores of delivery vehicles, including semi-trucks and trailers, box trucks, and vans set out day and night to deliver Amazon orders. Besides seeing various delivery trucks on our highways, it is common to share neighborhood streets with trucks bearing the Amazon logo. Unfortunately, some of the Amazon delivery trucks that you regularly interact with will be involved in accidents that result in life-changing injuries or the loss of the life of a loved one. While Amazon’s business model relies on faster delivery for customers and the opportunity for its drivers to earn extra income, a troublesome trend is emerging – Amazon delivery truck accidents that result in serious injuries and fatalities. Why Are We Seeing This Trend?