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Problems We Solve

Over-Speeding at Night

Reduced visibility and driver overconfidence cause high fatality rates during night hours.

Unsafe Tire Pressure

Improperly inflated tires lead to blowouts, especially in heavy vehicles.

Neutral Gear on Slopes

Using neutral gear on steep slopes causes dangerous loss of control.

Alcohol-Impaired Driving

Drivers entering highways under the influence increase accident risk drastically.

Real Challenges Leading to Highway Accidents

  • Over-speeding during night hours
  • Unsafe tire pressure causing blowouts
  • Neutral gear usage on slopes
  • Alcohol-impaired or intoxicated driving
  • Driver fatigue / hypnotic driving on long stretches
  • Fake / unchecked tire manufacturers and poor-quality materials
  • Lack of designated rest zones every 50–100 km
  • No monitoring or checks at entry points for vehicles or drivers

Research-Backed Data

  • ⚠️ 80% of accidents involve driver-related errors such as fatigue or speeding.
    (Source: MoRTH Report 2024)
  • 🛞 12–15% of fatal accidents are caused by tire blowouts in heavy vehicles.
  • 🚔 Only 3 out of 29 states consistently check alcohol levels at highway entry points.
  • 🌐 India ranks #1 globally in road accident deaths (WHO 2023).
Real Story: Tire Blowout on a Slope

In 2023, a truck carrying construction material lost control on a steep slope in Madhya Pradesh. Investigations revealed that the tires were overused, with no pressure check before departure. The blowout led to 11 casualties, all preventable with a simple pressure check and slope-specific braking awareness.