Wednesday, April 07, 2020 The safety of our commuters has always been and will always be our number one priority. Strong enforcement is the cornerstone for safe driving. We would like to improve drivers’ awareness. “Click it or ticket” and similar messaging on DMS systems is most common. Iowa DOTD has developed messaging that is […]

Wednesday, March 31, 2020 Driving on under-inflated tires is dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), almost 1/3 of passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs are being driven with at least one under-inflated tire. Under inflation is one of the leading causes of tire failure. If tire pressure is too low, too […]

Wednesday, March 24, 2020 One of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. Below are some statistics and facts, from the National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA), about the potentially fatal consequences of not wearing a seat belt and why it is important that everyone is properly buckled up every time. […]

Wednesday, March 17, 2020 With nearly 32.3 million Americans claiming Irish descent, it’s no wonder St. Patrick’s Day has become one of the nation’s most popular holidays. Sadly, it has also become one of its deadliest. Data shows that DUIs, alcohol violations, and alcohol-involved crashes spike on the holiday. This year, luck just isn’t going […]

Wednesday, March 10, 2020