Tennessee Highway Safety Office

Tennessee Highway Safety Office The Tennessee Highway Safety Office is a division of the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security advocating for traffic safety.

The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) is Tennessee's advocate for traffic safety. THSO partners with law enforcement, judicial personnel and community advocates in efforts to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities. Through data-driven strategies, law enforcement, education and media communications, THSO works to improve human behavioral aspects of traffic safety.

The THSO supported the Carter County Tennessee Sheriff's Office's L.E.A.D. Program with our motorcycle education trailer...
06/23/2026

The THSO supported the Carter County Tennessee Sheriff's Office's L.E.A.D. Program with our motorcycle education trailer and Seat Belt Convincer!

The L.E.A.D. Program (Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence) provides officers with resources to teach evidence-based community prevention programs. The Carter County Sheriff's Office holds a two-week junior police academy every year.

06/23/2026

Join us on Wednesday, June 24, for “Crosswalk Talk,” hosted by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the Dickson Police Department! Learn about pedestrian traffic laws, safety tips, and participate in surveys that will help us improve our community's safety. We look forward to seeing you there!

📅Wednesday, June 24
⌚9-11 AM CST
📍Downtown Dickson | Intersection of Main & College Streets

06/23/2026

Does your car have adaptive cruise control? This safety feature automatically adjusts speed to keep a safe distance from a vehicle in front of it.

Driver assistance technologies help to keep you and your passengers safe, as well as others on the road. Technology is never an excuse for speeding or driving distracted.

Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. Buckle up! It's not just about you.
06/22/2026

Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. Buckle up! It's not just about you.

06/21/2026

Every year, we jump at the chance to celebrate summer. Driving impaired has no part in that.

Driving hands free = driving like a boss.
06/20/2026

Driving hands free = driving like a boss.

Electric scooters fall under the same Tennessee laws as bicycles and e-bikes. Cyclists and scooter riders must yield to ...
06/19/2026

Electric scooters fall under the same Tennessee laws as bicycles and e-bikes.

Cyclists and scooter riders must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.

It can be hard to judge the distance of a motorcycle due to its size. That’s why it’s important to for motorcyclists!
06/19/2026

It can be hard to judge the distance of a motorcycle due to its size. That’s why it’s important to for motorcyclists!

The Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force will partner with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for "Operation Imp...
06/18/2026

The Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force will partner with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for "Operation Impact 24" on June 26. Agencies will crack down on distracted driving, speeding, seat belt use, impaired driving, and other hazardous moving violations along Interstate 24.

06/18/2026

Beyond the basics, think about potential emergencies when preparing your vehicle for summer travel. Include a first-aid kit, jumper cables, a flashlight with extra batteries, reflective triangles or flares, a basic toolkit or car multi-tool, extra coolant and windshield wiper fluid. Pack snacks and water to stay nourished and hydrated on the road.

Address

312 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard , 25th Floor
Nashville, TN
37243

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18009923587

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