Enter our Distracted Driving PSA Contest

PennDOT is encouraging high-school students to enter its distracted driving PSA contest. The deadline is March 23. See contest rules and instructions on the contest page.

PennDOT Warns of the Dangers of Impaired Driving

With the Super Bowl and St. Patrick´s Day on the horizon, PennDOT is reminding motorists of the dangers and consequences of driving impaired by drugs or alcohol. See more on the Impaired Driving page.

New Laws for Teen Drivers and Passengers Under 18

Governor Tom Corbett recently signed Act 81, which increases safety for teen drivers and passengers. For more information on the law that went into effect Dec. 27, visit our Driver and Vehicle Services website.

Bicycles, Pedestrians should Safely Share Outdoors

As the weather cools, PennDOT is reminding pedestrians and cyclists that there are several safety tips to keep in mind as they enjoy the outdoors.

School Bus Stopping Law

The start of another school year marks the return of school buses to Pennsylvania roadways. Be prepared for an encounter by reviewing Pennsylvania´s School Bus Stopping Law.

Aggressive Driving Enforcement

Approximately 320 municipal police departments and the Pennsylvania State Police will carry out aggressive-driving enforcement activities through August 28.

Click It or Ticket

PennDOT is investing federal funds in a seat-belt enforcement campaign. See why it´s so important on our Seat Belt page.

New Child Passenger Safety Recommendations

Federal recommendations on child passenger safety were recently updated. See the new recommendations on our Child Passenger Safety page.

PennDOT Urges Safety in Work Zones

While PennDOT and its industry partners are busy improving the 40,000 miles of roadway and 25,000 bridges in its care, we urge motorists to keep safety in mind. Learn more in our Work Zone Information Center.

Riding Season is Just Around the Corner

PA residents can benefit from free training courses through PA´s Motorcycle Safety Program. The 2011 course schedule is now available. New this year is a 3-wheeled motorcycle course, available at select locations.

Learn more by visiting our Motorcycle Safety Traffic Information Center.

Don't Drink and Drive on Superbowl Sunday

With the Super Bowl approaching, PennDOT is reminding motorists of the consequences they could face if they choose to drink and drive after their game festivities.

Learn more in our Impaired Driving Information Center.

PennDOT Reaches Out to Mature Drivers

As an older driver, do you know the warning signs that could indicate it may be time to limit or stop driving altogether? PennDOT suggests resources to assess and sharpen your driving skills, and offers assistance once you hang up the keys.

Learn more at our Mature Driver Traffic Information Center

Test Your Winter Driving Knowledge

Do you know how to safely handle your vehicle in winter conditions?

Take our winter driving quiz!

Halloween Enforcement Focuses on Drugged Drivers

This Halloween, police across Pennsylvania are stepping up impaired driving enforcement, with extra emphasis on drivers impaired by drugs. Stay safe this Halloween by designating a driver.

Learn more about this special enforcement crackdown

PennDOT Marks Teen Driver Safety Week

PennDOT is reaching out to teen drivers and their parents with safe driving tips during National Teen Driver Safety Week. Two of the major factors for teen driver crashes are driving too fast for conditions and distractions.

Visit our information center for more teen driver safety information

Walk to School Month Celebrated in October

Walk to School Day is Wednesday, Oct. 6, but schools and communities can celebrate Walk to School month throughout October. Learn how you can encourage safe walking and bicycling in your area. Learn more about Walk to School Month

Time to get your car seats checked

PennDOT will again be participating in National Child Passenger Safety Week, which started Sept. 19. Parents and caregivers can have their seats checked for proper installation for free at events across the state.

Learn more about Child Passenger Safety Week events

New Driver Safety Brochure Available

PennDOT is introducing a new electronic brochure that provides guidance for people who may be concerned about the driving ability of a friend or family member.

Check out the new Concerned About Someone´s Driving brochure

Police Cracking Down on Impaired Drivers

More than 600 police departments will be stepping up efforts to get impaired drivers off the road. A DUI can have serious consequences, including ignition interlock for repeat offenders.

Read more about the national DUI crackdown

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.

Learn more about red-light running and other aggressive driving behaviors.

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.

PennDOT Highlights School Bus Safety

It is time for back to school and PennDOT is reminding motorists to watch for school buses and learn about the state´s school bus stopping law.

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.

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