Tennessee Highway Safety Office

08/31/2026

Here's a message worth repeating: Seat belts save lives!

From 2025-2026 in Tennessee, an unbuckled driver was 3 times more likely to die in a crash than a driver wearing their seat belt.

Buckling up every trip, every time is the easiest way to prevent injury or death in the event of a crash.

08/29/2026

Riding an ATV/UTV on county roads is legal in Tennessee, but not without the right precautions. Your vehicle must be road-legal with proper registration and title, and you must obey all traffic signs and signals, just like you would in a car or on a motorcycle.

For safety, wear a helmet for both off-road adventures and driving on pavement.

Never operate an ATV while impaired.

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

It's important for drivers to pay attention in school zones even outside of active school hours. Slow down and keep a close eye out for vehicles making sudden stops or for kids crossing the street. Remember that children are unpredictable and may forget to look both ways before crossing the street.

08/27/2026

School buses are among the safest vehicles on the road. Students are actually more at risk of injury when getting on or off the bus than they are while aboard.

Slow down and leave extra following distance for school buses. Pay attention to the road, especially in residential areas during school commuting times.

Remind your child that the bus stop is not a place to run or play.

08/27/2026

A jam-packed schedule can lead to dangerous drowsiness, no matter a driver’s age or experience level. For new drivers, maintaining full alertness and attentiveness is crucial for developing into a capable driver.

08/26/2026

Speeding is a critical safety issue for teen drivers. As their confidence behind the wheel increases, so does the temptation to test boundaries, especially when peers are present. Take the lead to address speeding with your teen driver and get involved in the learning-to-drive process.

08/25/2026

On Friday, August 21, 2026, the Tennessee Highway Patrol conducted "Operation Safe Mile" in Jefferson County, Tennessee alongside the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.

Operation Safe Mile is a traffic safety initiative focused on reducing hazardous driving and preventing serious crashes on interstates and surrounding roadways.

"This operation demonstrated the value of strong interagency partnerships and the effectiveness of coordinated enforcement efforts. The teamwork displayed by everyone involved contributed directly to enhancing roadway safety and addressing criminal activity within the county." - Trooper Jacob Tizzard, P.I.O., TN Highway Patrol

08/25/2026

Ever wondered what it is like to drive distracted? One local high school is showing kids why you should never.⬇️

08/25/2026