Drivers of both commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) and passenger vehicles should take extra precautions during Safe Driver Week, and work to become more aware of their driving habits regularly.
Throughout the second week of July, law enforcement will be on the lookout for commercial and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in dangerous driving behaviors, such as speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, drunk, or drugged driving. Unsafe drivers can expect to be pulled over and issued a citation or warning.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 42,795 fatal traffic crashes in the U.S. in 2022.
“The rising fatalities on our roadways are a national crisis; we cannot and must not accept these deaths as inevitable,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
During last year's safety event, law enforcement issued 2,712 tickets/citations and 3,228 warnings to commercial and passenger vehicle drivers.
Five warnings and 31 citations were given to drivers for reckless, careless, or dangerous driving. Commercial motor vehicle drivers received 1,221 warnings and 502 tickets/citations for speeding. They also received 328 warnings and 473 tickets/citations for not wearing their seat belt.
It’s clear that unsafe driving habits aren't going away. Officers will be on the lookout for offenders in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico during this year's Operation Safe Driver Week to reduce them.
During Operation Safe Driver Week, officers will not only issue warnings and citations for speeding, but also for following other vehicles too closely, distracted driving, drunk or impaired driving, and other unsafe driving practices.
Now that this year's enforcement event is less than three months away, it's time to encourage your drivers to be aware of their habits while behind the wheel of your company vehicles, as well as their personal vehicles.
Foley's motor vehicle report (MVR) monitor program allows employers to keep track of their drivers' habits while on the roadways. If any enrolled driver receives a citation or is involved in an accident, you'll receive a notification immediately. You can then address the situation and help promote better driving practices across your fleet.
Ready to prep for the 2025 Operation Safe Driver Week? Get a free demo of Foley's MVR Monitor today. Or, submit the form below to start putting the safety of your drivers and our roadways first.