Each year, more than 800 people lose their lives on Hoosier roadways. Most of those crashes were caused by driver errors such as impaired driving, speeding, aggressive driving, or distracted driving. The good news is that as a driver, you hold the key to crash prevention.
The following safety tips will help you avoid the most common fatal errors drivers make, and help you drive defensively to protect yourself against other drivers’ mistakes.
- Buckle Up. Make sure you and your passengers are properly restrained. This is the single most important thing you can do to protect your life and the lives of your loved ones if involved in a motor vehicle crash.
- Never Drive Impaired. Avoid alcohol and drugs if driving. Assign a designated driver.
- Drive Attentively. Avoid common distractions such as cell phones, food, and beverages.
- Drive Defensively. Aggressive drivers take unnecessary risks and often cause crashes.
- Share the Road. Look out for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, and commercial trucks.
Source: Indiana Department of Transportation