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History of Bad Ideas

History of Bad Ideas

Generations of Americans have thoughtlessly put themselves in danger through behaviors that seemed harmless at the time. We do the same today whenever we take our eyes off the road to send or receive a text. Don't text and drive.

Know It Alls

Know It Alls

Know-it-all parents at the park play a game of one-upmanship in this child passenger safety video by the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau.

Drunk Driver, Smart Car

Drunk Driver, Smart Car

What if your car wouldn't allow you to drive it after you've been drinking? This drunk driving video by the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau shows what might happen if your car was smarter than you.

Friends Prevent Drunk Driving

Friends Prevent Drunk Driving

Friends find a creative solution to keep their buddy from driving drunk in this video from the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau. Do whatever it takes. Prevent your friends from drinking and driving.

Rockstars Ride In Limos

Rockstars Ride In Limos

Some people just don’t get it. They drink recklessly and still get behind the wheel. They stop by for a couple beers with friends, but end up getting smashed. Literally. Help us help others to make the right decision.

Dying Bike

Dying Bike

Motorcycle fatalities are on the rise. Help reverse these grim statistics by encouraging every motorcycle rider to follow a few simple, but effective practices.

Happy Birthday, Spencer

Happy Birthday, Spencer

This fun-loving young man, Spencer Doyle, had his entire life ahead of him. He always wore his seat belt in the front seat, but like many people he chose NOT to wear it in the backseat.

Rural Seat Belt Safety

Rural Seat Belt Safety

Did you know more Americans die on rural roads than on congested urban highways? It's time to decrease rural traffic fatalities by increasing awareness about rural seat belt use.

Maniacs

Maniacs

There are some risks that just aren't worth taking. Even maniac stuntmen know that. This video from the Iowa GTSB shows the crazy things some people are willing to do, but riding in a vehicle without wearing a seat belt isn't one of them.

The Seat Belt Fake-Out

The Seat Belt Fake-Out

We’ve all been there—that moment when you realize a police officer may have just seen you driving without a seat belt on. Just remember, cops have been trained to recognize seat belt violations.

Stay Connected

Stay Connected

Wearing your seat belt keeps you connected to the things you love. Stay connected. Buckle up.

Drive Faster. Die Faster.

Drive Faster. Die Faster.

Taking a joy ride on the backroads can quickly become a nightmare when drivers ignore the posted limit. Showing off to see how fast you can go is a shortcut to disaster that can take your life and the lives of others. Drive the limit. Live longer.

Don't Wake Up to a Nightmare

Don't Wake Up to a Nightmare

It only takes one nod, for one second, to lose control of your vehicle. When it comes to drowsy driving, there are no do-overs. So why risk it?

Know It Alls

Know It Alls

Know-it-all parents at the park play a game of one-upmanship in this child passenger safety video by the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau.

Drunk Driver, Smart Car

Drunk Driver, Smart Car

What if your car wouldn't allow you to drive it after you've been drinking? This drunk driving video by the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau shows what might happen if your car was smarter than you.

Friends Prevent Drunk Driving

Friends Prevent Drunk Driving

Friends find a creative solution to keep their buddy from driving drunk in this video from the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau. Do whatever it takes. Prevent your friends from drinking and driving.

Rockstars Ride In Limos

Rockstars Ride In Limos

Some people just don’t get it. They drink recklessly and still get behind the wheel. They stop by for a couple beers with friends, but end up getting smashed. Literally. Help us help others to make the right decision.

Dying Bike

Dying Bike

Motorcycle fatalities are on the rise. Help reverse these grim statistics by encouraging every motorcycle rider to follow a few simple, but effective practices.

Happy Birthday, Spencer

Happy Birthday, Spencer

This fun-loving young man, Spencer Doyle, had his entire life ahead of him. He always wore his seat belt in the front seat, but like many people he chose NOT to wear it in the backseat.

Rural Seat Belt Safety

Rural Seat Belt Safety

Did you know more Americans die on rural roads than on congested urban highways? It's time to decrease rural traffic fatalities by increasing awareness about rural seat belt use.

Maniacs

Maniacs

There are some risks that just aren't worth taking. Even maniac stuntmen know that. This video from the Iowa GTSB shows the crazy things some people are willing to do, but riding in a vehicle without wearing a seat belt isn't one of them.

The Seat Belt Fake-Out

The Seat Belt Fake-Out

We’ve all been there—that moment when you realize a police officer may have just seen you driving without a seat belt on. Just remember, cops have been trained to recognize seat belt violations.

Stay Connected

Stay Connected

Wearing your seat belt keeps you connected to the things you love. Stay connected. Buckle up.

History of Bad Ideas

History of Bad Ideas

Generations of Americans have thoughtlessly put themselves in danger through behaviors that seemed harmless at the time. We do the same today whenever we take our eyes off the road to send or receive a text. Don't text and drive.

Drive Faster. Die Faster.

Drive Faster. Die Faster.

Taking a joy ride on the backroads can quickly become a nightmare when drivers ignore the posted limit. Showing off to see how fast you can go is a shortcut to disaster that can take your life and the lives of others. Drive the limit. Live longer.

Don't Wake Up to a Nightmare

Don't Wake Up to a Nightmare

It only takes one nod, for one second, to lose control of your vehicle. When it comes to drowsy driving, there are no do-overs. So why risk it?

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  • Other helpful sites:
  • nhtsa.gov
  • safercar.gov
  • trafficsafetymarketing.gov
  • ems.gov
  • 911.gov
  • stopimpaireddriving.org
  • distraction.gov