DID YOU KNOW:

Drowsy Driving is just as deadly as drunk driving in Utah.

Distracted driving is a factor in 1 out of 4 crashes nationally.

Alcohol is not the only thing that can impair your driving. Illegal drugs, prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and lack of sleep can impair your ability to drive safely.

Failing to buckle up contributes to more fatalities than any other traffic-safety-related behavior and that, in 2004, unbelted crash occupants were 31 times more likely to die in a crash than belted crash occupants.

Teen drivers represent 8% of all licensed drivers in Utah, but they account for 28% of all crashes.

Crashes where the teen-driven vehicle contains four or more occupants are twice as likely to be fatal crashes, compared to crashes with teen-driven vehicles with fewer occupants.

Other Helpful Resources:

AutoWeek Teen Driving Report
The editors of AutoWeek produced this comprehensive view of teen driving at the request of parents, teachers, and businesses across the state. AutoWeek has made this important special report available to the general public. Download the PDF (3.7 MB)

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
NHTSA has info on almost everything traffic-related you can think of. From statistics, to research, to vehicle safety equipment; you're sure to find something that will help save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes. http://www.nhtsa.gov/

Always Wear a Seatbelt
Hitting the windshield with your face or being ejected out of a car at 55 mph hurts pretty bad. Your seatbelt could prevent that so make sure you wear them even if you're just going down the block to your friend's house.

Make Your Passengers Wear Their Seatbelt
You are the driver, so you have authority. Refuse to drive anywhere until ALL passengers are wearing seat belts. No exceptions, be FIRM.

Don't Use Your Cell Phone While Driving
Yes, this includes texting. It's just a bad idea, because it robs you of your full concentration.

Use the Three Second Rule When Driving Behind Cars
Cars sometimes stop suddenly. This will help prevent you from crashing into them and getting grounded from the car.

Schedule Your Time
So that you are not in a rush, and risk speeding, or making hasty decisions like weaving in and out of traffic.

Never Drive Under the Influence
Drinking alcohol or doing drugs severly hampers your reaction time behind the wheel. You know it's not safe so just don't do it. Don't let anyone else drive under the influence, take their keys away. They'll thank you in the morning.

Be Familiar with Your Car
Know all the blind spots on your car by having someone slowly walk around the car as you watch in the mirrors.

A teen-driver crash occurs in Utah every 35 minutes. Don't be a statistic.