Even though roads generally carry far fewer vehicles at night, nighttime is when 50% of all traffic-related deaths occur. Fatalities are three times more likely in nighttime car accidents, with one third of fatal nighttime crashes being caused by excessive speed. Whether you’re driving a compact car or a big rig, it’s important to be familiar with actions you can take to help reduce your risk of being injured or killed. When you have completed this course, you should be able to identify the hazards of driving at night, and methods to reduce or eliminate its risks. This course is available in English and Spanish.