
02/03/2023
Love is in the air. ❤️
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the U.S. S.
Department of Transportation, was established by the Highway Safety Act of 1970, as the successor to the National Highway Safety Bureau, to carry out safety programs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 and the Highway Safety Act of 1966. The Vehicle Safety Act has subsequently been recodified under Title 49 of the U. Code in Chapter 301, Motor Vehicle Safety. NHTSA also
Department of Transportation, was established by the Highway Safety Act of 1970, as the successor to the National Highway Safety Bureau, to carry out safety programs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 and the Highway Safety Act of 1966. The Vehicle Safety Act has subsequently been recodified under Title 49 of the U. Code in Chapter 301, Motor Vehicle Safety. NHTSA also
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Love is in the air. ❤️
⚠️Consumer Alert ⚠️ Honda has issued a “Do Not Drive” warning today for certain 2001-2003 Acura and Honda vehicles equipped with unrepaired Takata air bag inflators. If you own one of these vehicles and still have an open Takata air bag recall, do not drive it until this urgent, lifesaving recall has been completed. More: https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/consumer-alert-honda-upgrades-takata-alpha-recall-do-not-drive-warning-targeting
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Yep – we’re surprised, too. Some people out there aren’t buckling up, even though seat belts are proven to save lives when worn properly.
Whoa, whoa, whoa! Put the phone down. You’ll never see spring if I end up as roadkill.
Driving in the snow? 🌨️🚙 Remember to never crowd the plow: Follow at a distance and pass snowplows carefully. Learn more: NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
Geek out with us on a little NHTSA history! 😎 On this day in 1977, NHTSA received a patent for the “Star of Life” logo! 🚑 Get more info about our EMS office at: EMS.gov.
Be the broken record! Teens cannot hear this message enough. Do.👏 Not.👏 Use.👏 The.👏 Phone.👏 While.👏 Driving.👏
Blankets are a good alternative to a heavy, puffy coat, which can cause the car seat harness to not fit snugly.
Be ready for anything winter weather throws at you! NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
That’s 8% of all the traffic fatalities in 2020. 🛑 You’ve got one job behind the wheel, .
Bulky coats can jeopardize a snug fit in a car seat harness. Dress your child in layers and put a coat over the properly-fitted harness for added warmth.
Valentine’s Day 💝 is around the corner… Your seat belt is ready with a love note. ❤️
People with disabilities can often drive safely by making modifications or adding adaptive equipment to their vehicles to meet their specific needs. Learn more at NHTSA.gov/AdaptedVehicles
Know what to do in a winter emergency ❄️🌨️: NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
Even a momentary lapse in a driver’s attention can be deadly for a motorcyclist. When you’re behind the wheel, always .
Keeping baby warm in the winter is essential. Use layers, instead of puffy material, to ensure their car seat harness has a snug fit.
While these numbers show a small decrease in fatalities from last year, these numbers are still devastating.
🚘 Slow down.
🚘 Buckle up.
🚘 Drive sober.
🚘 Don’t drive distracted.
Following a few simple rules while driving will save lives.
🚲 Give cyclists room. Don’t pass too closely.
🚲 Obey speed limits.
🚲 Don’t drive distracted.
🚲 Yield to bicyclists as you would motorists and don’t underestimate their speed.
We aren’t taking any chances today … or any day!
🚘 Slow down.
🚘 Buckle up.
🚘 Drive sober.
🚘 Don’t drive distracted.
When was the last time you checked your vehicle for safety recalls? NHTSA.gov/recalls
Keep kids safe — slow down in school zones ⚠️. In these areas, drivers will see an increase in traffic from school buses 🚌, pedestrians 🚶♀️ 🚶♂️, and cyclists 🚴.
Have you checked your tires recently? As the outside temperature drops, so does tire inflation pressure. Find more winter driving tips at NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
Slowing down saves lives.
Give thanks to the first responders who keep us safe by keeping them safe!
Checking for safety recalls is easy. Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls and enter your 17-character VIN to see all active recalls on your vehicle.
Keeping baby warm in the winter is essential. Use layers, instead of puffy material, to ensure their car seat harness has a snug fit. Learn more: NHTSA.gov/CarSeat
Be ready for anything winter weather throws at you! 🌨️
Know what to do if winter weather strikes.
Take a well-deserved break! The holidays can be full of hustle and bustle, so make sure you get a good night’s rest before getting behind the wheel. Drowsy driving is dangerous driving.
Winter break has come and gone and that means school buses are back on the road. Now is a good time to go over a few safety tips with your children. More at NHTSA.gov/SchoolBus
Celebrate 🥳 New Year’s Eve with a plan whether you’re driving or hosting. is drunk driving.
Know before you go! If you’re headed out and there is a potential for winter weather, make sure you’re prepared:
❄️ Stock your vehicle
❄️ Gas up or plug it in
❄️ Plan your route
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Ways to prepare yourself and your vehicle to drive in winter weather conditions. Learn about changes to tires, batteries, car seats and more.
No matter what type of vehicle you drive, how short the drive is, or what time you’re leaving, one of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up.
Call a sober friend 🚘, rideshare 🚗, or taxi 🚖 to get home safely. is drunk driving.
Bulky coats can jeopardize a snug fit in a car seat harness. Dress your child in layers and put a coat over the properly-fitted harness for added warmth.
If you need to travel, keep these winter driving tips in mind. ❄️ NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
If you need to travel, stock your vehicle with emergency supplies before you go.
Be ready for anything winter weather throws at you! NHTSA.gov/WinterDrivingTips
“Santa Claus Hit by a Drunk Driver!” – Now there’s a news story no one wants to read. If you’re planning on drinking, plan for a sober ride home. Call a sober friend 🚘, rideshare 🚗, or taxi 🚖 to get home safely. is drunk driving.
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Pedestrian Safety Month may be coming to a close, but this safety message is important all year long! Listen to a few words from our Acting Administrator about driving safely and staying focused on the road when behind the wheel.
In every state, stop-arm laws protect children from other motorists. Keep kids safe – always stop when the stop-arm is out.
In every state, stop-arm laws protect children from other motorists. Keep kids safe – always stop when the stop-arm is out.
When is it okay to pass a school bus with the stop-arm out? NEVER.
Wednesday is Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day! 🚶🚴♂️👨🦽 Listen to a few words from our Acting Administrator about the importance of keeping safety in mind. ⤵
It’s Seat Check Saturday! 🎉 All over the country, car seat technicians are ready to make sure your child stays safe in the car! Find a seat check station near you: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
✔️ Add “Doublecheck Car Seat Fit!” to the top of your list! Learn more: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
👶 Find the right car seat. 👶 Register your car seat. 👶 Install your car seat correctly. 👶 Properly buckle up your child every trip! 👶 Keep them in the back seat at least through age 12. Learn more: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat #TheRightSeat
Save the date! 📅 Seat Check Saturday is this weekend! Take the opportunity to get your child’s car seat checked by a professional. Look for a technician near you: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
In the first quarter of 2021, traffic fatalities increased 10.5%. When you’re behind the wheel, watch your speed, and never drive distracted.
It’s time to rethink how you’re driving. Driving behaviors have changed since the public health emergency began, and not in the right direction. Know that risky driving isn’t worth the risk.
Blind Spot Intervention—saving the day when a car is in your blind spot. This life-saving tech is helping reduce the number of crashes on our roads & making driving safer. We’ve teamed up with Engineering Explained’s Jason Fenske to highlight this tech. Watch to learn more!
Stop means STOP! 🛑 The greatest risk to a child isn’t riding the bus but approaching or leaving one. Keep kids safe – always be cautious around school buses and STOP when you see flashing red lights.
TODAY is National Seat Check Saturday! Certified technicians across the country can help you use and install your child’s car seat as safely as possible. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat to find locations near you. #TheRightSeat
Practice makes perfect. Make sure your child is in the right seat and that it is installed correctly with tips and video guides from NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat.
Small mistakes happen (like ruining the laundry). Just make sure you nail the big stuff –like making sure your kids are in the right car seat for their age and size. Learn more: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
Child Passenger Safety Week is the perfect time to make sure your child is in the right seat and that it’s installed correctly. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat for tips to keep your child as safe as possible in the car. #TheRightSeat
In the first quarter of 2021, traffic fatalities increased 10.5%. Speeding endangers everyone. Please, watch your speed.
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