Drunk, Drugged, and Distracted Driving Is a Choice
40,901 people died in traffic crashes in 2023 in the United States; most of these were preventable.
A person dies every 42 minutes from a preventable drunk driving crash.
Distractions were a factor in 8% of fatal crashes, 14% of injury crashes, and 13% of all police-reported crashes. 100% were preventable.
Of fatally injured drivers with known drug test results, 52% nationwide and 50% in California tested positive for legal or illegal drugs.
14.4% of all fatalities were passengers in passenger vehicles.
Our Mission
To change dangerous driving choices and save lives by promoting realistic solutions and programs through education, advocacy, and partnerships.
Here's How You Can Help Save Lives Today
Take the Pledge
Join the movement! Let your friends and family know that you will not drive distracted; encourage them to do the same. Make distracted driving socially unacceptable.
#BUTNOTWHILEDRIVING
Speak Up, Stay Safe
Be the passenger who speaks up. If your driver is texting, speeding, or under the influence, say something. Your voice can save lives.
#PassengerPower
Join Others
Promise your loved ones that you will not let them drive drunk, drugged, and/or distracted. Become the solution that will help eliminate these tragedies from happening.
#CouragetoIntervene
Sign the Petition
Take action and support changing the use of the word “accident” to “crash.” It’s time to stop excusing irresponsible and dangerous driving choices.
#DropTheAWord
Share Your Story
Have you been impacted by a drunk, drugged, or distracted driver? Your story reminds everyone that we are more than just a statistic.
#CelebrateLife
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