U.S. Traffic Mortality Numbers on the Rise Because of Better Economy and Lower Gas Prices

The number of traffic deaths had been decreasing for about a decade, but a new report from the National Traffic Safety Administration shows that casualties caused by traffic-related accidents have risen by 8% in the first six months of this year. Surprisingly, it’s mainly caused by an improvement in the quality of life for most Americans. The new estimate was unveiled recently by the NHTSA, and should be seen as an alarm call to…