Many contributing factors have been influencing the recent rise in the trend of automobile-related fatalities.

According to the reports, one factor is a rising economy, which leads to an increase in leisure time and the fact that more drivers are present on the road. Another factor that should be considered is the constant distractions associated with technology.

Also, researchers say that because motorcyclists are included in the statistics, the usual rash behavior of some riders could be a major contribution to the rising number of accidents.

For more on this research and how to spot the factors that could contribute to the rise in the number of auto accidents, read the full article here:

Traffic deaths are up, multiple factors are to blame