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July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
Did you know that more than three-quarters of a million vehicles were stolen in the U.S. in 2017?
Let's face it, if your vehicle is gone, you will have to learn how to walk or bike safely.
National Safety Month, Week 4: Impairment
Impaired driving can be caused by risks beyond what most of us would typically consider; for example, prescription and over-the-counter medications can lead
to significant impairment.
National Safety Month, Week 3: Fatigue
Getting enough rest? If not, you may be putting yourself and others at risk on the road.
Sleep is vitally important to general good health; specifically, it promotes alertness and
peak cognitive function — helping you to make the right decisions while driving.
After you take a nap, check out the NSC's Week #3 links to learn more.
National Safety Month: June 2019
The NSC's National Safety Month offers a wealth of safety information; weeks three "Fatigue" and four "Impairment" are of particular interest to drivers.
Global Youth Traffic Safety Month: May 2019
"Traffic crashes remain the #1 killer of teens – and summer is still the deadliest season for U.S. youth on the roads." National Organizations for Youth Safety
Global Youth Traffic Safety Month seeks to educate everyone – particularly young drivers – on how to help reduce their risk.
Motorcycle Safety Month: May 2019
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Motorcycle Safety Month is designed to help motorcyclists and motorists share the road, watch out for each other, and learn and follow best practices for safe driving.
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: April 2019
"Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April is a united effort to recognize the dangers of and eliminate preventable deaths from distracted driving. Join us to help save lives." National Safety Council
Make it a point to recognize and eliminate driving distractions anytime you are behind the
wheel.
National Work Zone Awareness Week: April 8-12, 2019
Work zone safety is something that all drivers should take seriously during the long road construction season.
It's very simple to help keep construction workers, fellow drivers and yourself safe by using a little extra caution and common sense – along with following all posted signs and traffic direction from flaggers.
"Drive like you work here."
Visit this excellent resource to learn more about a topic that impacts everyone’s safety – distracted driving.
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Lyft and Uber Safety Infographic
View the full infographic to learn more about these popular ride-sharing services.
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