We're ushering in a new era of safer travel by ensuring new cars and light trucks are equipped with automatic emergency braking. We estimate this rule will save hundreds of lives & prevent thousands of injuries every year. apnews.com/article/automa…

NHTSA is announcing a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that will make automatic emergency braking, including pedestrian AEB, standard on all passenger cars and light trucks. This is expected to significantly reduce rear-end and pedestrian crashes. NHTSA.gov/press-releases…

The results of speeding can be too graphic to show.

Stay safe and obey speed limits. 🛣️✔️

It's critically important to CHOOSE and USE the right car seat. ✔️

For more information on car seats and when to transition your child to the next car seat, visit: NHTSA.gov/CarSeat

Remember, driving on slick roads requires extra precautions and preparedness! 🌧️

Move over for emergency vehicles – it's the law. 🚓🚒🚑

The more information you have, the better choices you can make. Bottom line: it's NEVER okay to drive distracted.

SHARE to help reduce crashes on our nation's roads! 🚗📉

Always drive safely — no matter what.

⚠️ If you MUST travel in severe weather, keep a few things in mind. ⛈️⤵️

Stay plugged in for the latest recall updates at home or on the go!

Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls or download our SaferCar app at NHTSA.gov/app today. 📲

Drivers — watch for motorcycles at. all. times.

Motorcyclists, remember:
🏍️ Don't speed
🏍️ Use DOT-compliant helmets
🏍️ Always ride sober

Happy #SchoolBusDriversDay to all the skilled & caring school bus drivers who safely shuttle students to and from school, field trips, & afterschool activities.

So when you pick up and drop off at the bus stop today, remember: Thank your school bus driver!

It's National Car Care Month! 🚘 After months of salt and grime build up over the winter, your car needs a nice bath.

It's also a good time to:
✔️ check your tires.
✔️ check fluids and brakes.
✔️ change your oil.

Sending a big THANK YOU to bus drivers across the nation on #NationalSchoolBusDriversDay ! 🚍💛

The number of pedestrian fatalities in urban areas has INCREASED by 81% over the past 10 years, from 2013-2022.

Learn more about pedestrian safety: NHTSA.gov/Pedestrians

Need more reasons not to drive distracted? Click here: NHTSA.gov/DistractedDriv…

'We'ed' like to be blunt – driving high is illegal.

If you’re partaking in #420Day , pass your keys to a sober friend or call a rideshare or taxi to get home safely.

Don’t get duped by a deal that seems too good to be true! 🚗💰

Educate yourself about odometer fraud here: NHTSA.gov/OdometerFraud.

Don't forget to thank a public safety professional on this National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. 💛🎧

In 2021, 956 people were killed in work zones with another 42,000 injured. ALWAYS stay alert and be on the lookout for work zones! ⚠️🚧

#NWZAW