Stop Red-Light Running

National Stop on Red Week is being celebrated from Aug. 1-7 as a reminder of the dangers of running red lights. More than 20 people were killed in Pennsylvania last year as a result of running red lights.

Link: Learn more about red-light running and other aggressive driving behaviors (link to aggressive driving traffic info center).

You can replace the summer driving tips since that one has probably been out there the longest. Thanks!!

Enjoy Safe Bicycling This Summer

PennDOT is reminding bicyclists to practice safe riding habits this summer, such as signaling intentions and riding on the right side of the road. Motorists are also advised to watch for bicyclists and allow them plenty of room before trying to pass.

Learn more about bicycle safety

Motorcyclists: Live Free Ride Alive

PennDOT recently launched a new interactive website designed specifically for motorcyclists. Riders can get important safety messages and also post messages or videos about why they love to ride.

Learn more about motorcycle safety at LiveFreeRideAlive.com.

Be Safe on Prom Night

PennDOT reminds young drivers to be responsible and avoid drinking and driving on prom night. The state´s Zero Tolerance Law includes stiff penalties for anyone under 21 stopped for DUI.

Learn more about the Zero Tolerance Law

Steer Clear

PennDOT reminds motorists about the Steer Clear law that requires you to move over one lane when you encounter an emergency scene, traffic stop or disabled vehicle.

Work Zone Safety

As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week, PennDOT and ATSSA are recognizing elementary school students that won a statewide work zone poster contest.

View the winning posters and learn more about work zone safety

Aggressive Winter Driving – Too Fast for Conditions

More than 7,700 motorists in Pennsylvania learned first-hand the dangers of aggressive driving on snowy, slushy or ice-covered roadways last year. That´s how many crashes resulted from motorists speeding, tailgating or making careless lane changes during adverse weather conditions. Learn how PennDOT and its partners are working to keep drivers safe in the winter.

Poster Contest

The Pennsylvania chapter of the American Traffic Safety Services Foundation has developed a poster contest that invites children, grades kindergarten through sixth grade, to submit their impressions of the daily life of America´s roadway workers. The contest deadline is Feb. 19 and the statewide winners will be submitted for the national competition. Download Application Packet

Operation Safe Holiday

PennDOT will be working with its police partners throughout the winter holidays to increase safety on the roads. Police will be watching for impaired, aggressive and unbuckled motorists.

Read more about Operation Safe Holiday.

Prepare Yourself for Winter Driving

Preparation is one key to successfully navigating winter roads. Winter weather can bring unexpected conditions, so make sure that both you and your vehicle are ready for ice and snow.

School Bus Stopping Law

PennDOT is marking National School Bus Safety Week by reminding motorists about the state´s School Bus Stopping Law. During the week, police departments will be working with school bus drivers to enforce the law during Operation Safe Stop.

Check out this interactive graphic on the bus stopping law.

PennDOT Offers Fall Driving Tips

PennDOT reminds motorists that wet leaves, fog, sun glare and frost are a few driving hazards that they will encounter this fall but there are steps drivers can take to help make their commutes safer.

PennDOT Marks Child Passenger Safety Week

National Child Passenger Safety Week kicks off this Saturday with Seat Check Saturday and runs through Sept. 18. During this time, PennDOT encourages parents and guardians to have their children´s car seats inspected for proper use and installation.

Back to School Safety

It´s back to school for students in PA. PennDOT reminds motorists to help ensure the safety of our children by exercising increased vigilance during daily commutes as school buses and students begin to appear more frequently on and along roadways.

Sharing the Road Safely

Motorcycle riding season is still in full swing. PennDOT reminds motorists to share the road safely by being aware of their surroundings, checking blind spots and treating motorcycles as full-sized vehicles. Save a life. Look for bikes.

Test Your Driving Skills

Ford Driving Skills for Life introduces The Academy, an interactive way for young drivers to test their knowledge of various situations behind the wheel.

Take the test.

Nominate PA’s Life-Saving Team

As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Traffic Injury Prevention Project (TIPP) is accepting nominations for Pennsylvania´s Life-Saving Team. Law enforcement officers, health care providers and community groups may be nominated for this award.

Visit TIPP for nomination form

Summer Driving Tips

With summer soon to be arriving in Pennsylvania, PennDOT reminds motorists to make sure their vehicles are working properly before hitting the road for that family vacation.

Please consider these summer driving tips to ensure safe travel.

Avoiding Impaired Driving

The major summer holidays of the Fourth of July and Labor Day bring to mind images of barbecues, vacations and fireworks. More than 50 people were killed in impaired driving crashes during these holidays last year. PennDOT reminds you to please celebrate safely by never driving impaired.

Check out the Blood Alcohol Calculator

PennDOT's Bicycle Safety Tips

As more bicyclists are returning to the road, PennDOT is offering tips to improve your safety while riding. Although there are a number of steps you can take, at the top of the list -- consider attending training.

Seat Belts Save Lives

Summer is just around the corner and it won´t be long before you´re hitting the road for that vacation. Remember the key to a great summer vacation starts with buckling your seat belt before you even leave the driveway. Remember to click it or ticket all summer long.

Motorcycles are Everywhere

Motorcycle riders can be seen everywhere on Pennsylvania roads. PennDOT reminds everyone the keys to staying safe are to share the road, remember safe driving and riding rules and always obey traffic laws.

Images

Images: 275 x 161
Small: 100 x 59