The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety remind you that the Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel holidays with more drivers on the roads than usual, increasing the likelihood of a motor vehicle crash.
We joined our partners at @AAA_NNE, the @MaineTurnpike, and the Maine Dept. of Public Safety
to talk about holiday travel ahead of the Thanksgiving weekend. Check out this list of the best and worst times to drive. Be safe, stay alert, and drive sober! pic.twitter.com/M9nhfaTPqr— MaineDOT (@MaineDOT1) November 21, 2023
From the Bureau of Highway Safety:
- Remember that it is never okay to drive intoxicated. Even if an individual has had only one alcoholic beverage, designate a sober driver or plan to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely.
- If you see an impaired driver on the road, call 9-1-1 or contact your local law enforcement agency.
- Buckling up helps keep drivers safe and secure inside their vehicle.
- Due to cooler temperatures and potentially slippery road conditions, allow more travel and/or stopping distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
- With less daylight hours, be more cautious behind the wheel of pedestrians, animals, and other motorists.
The Maine Bureau of Highway Safety would like to encourage all motorists and pedestrians to stay safe so that they can enjoy all activities and festivities coming up this holiday season!
For more information go to www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving.
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