Driving

When Oregon road conditions call for extra traction outside studded tire season, drivers must use tire chains or other types of traction tires.

Traveling in winter conditions can be unpredictable and dangerous. Being prepared for the conditions is vital for your safety and others'. Here are some tips for driving, putting on chains and what tires are best for what conditions.

As lawmakers try to reduce the number of fatal crashes on Washington state roads, a proposal in Olympia could make more drivers think twice before getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol.

Oregonian traffic deaths rose 73% from 2010 to 2022. And regardless of how people got around, the results show the past few years have been more dangerous than ever.

People looking to apply for a non-commercial driver's license in Oregon can now take their knowledge test online from the comfort of their own home or anywhere with a stable internet connection.

Washington officials are taking a closer look at driver education, licensing requirements and the use of traffic cameras to limit the number of fatal crashes across the state.

Although the study authors say the results can't be used to gauge drug use on the roads nationwide, the high number of drivers, passengers and others with drugs in their systems is concerning.

Every year, winter weather brings an increase in traffic collisions. Oregon State Police say drivers need to realize how rain and snow makes stopping more difficult.

Severe winter weather in the mountain passes and lower elevations combined with staffing shortages at the state’s transportation department could pose problems for travelers.

Most Oregon drivers will be able to renew their licenses online starting in early May.