Minnesota Network of Employers for Traffic Safety

04/11/2024

Excessive speed, distracted driving and their consequences – crashes, injuries and fatalities – are at crisis levels in Minnesota. Take time to consider the loved ones riding with you or awaiting your safe return. Do it for THEM!

Do It for ME Do It For THEM. Slow Down. Pay Attention. The numbers alone are staggering, beyond the nearly one-third of Minnesota’s 444 crash fatalities and 1,910 serious injuries tied to excessive speed and distracted driving in 2022 are stories of heartbreak – of birthday parties missed, tradi...

04/01/2024

April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. Distracted driving and its consequences – have an impact on our colleagues, friends, and family. Take time to consider the those riding with you or awaiting your safe return. Do it for THEM! Join us as we launch our new “Do It for Them” campaign. Who is your somebody?

Police across the state will carry out an enforcement and education campaign in April.

02/06/2024

This Valentine's day - show your love through safe driving behavior. My February blog puts a new twist on how. ♥

Show your love through safe driving behavior! Many of us are scanning the greeting card racks right now for the right Valentine’s Day greetings for our loved ones. But this year why not save money on

10/20/2023

The October Drive Safe MN Newsletter is now online, filled with updates and resources brought to you by the Minnesota Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS).
You will find information on:
• Things to think about as we enter a new safety season — shorter days, fluctuating weather, wildlife activity and Halloween celebrations.
• Fall and winter driving tools.
• Halloween safety tips for drivers, pedestrians, and party hosts.
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And don’t forget, our DriveSafeMN website has a variety of additional resources you can use to support your traffic safety objectives!

09/27/2023

Lots of us admit we occasionally speed or get distracted behind the wheel. Who or what will make you slow down and pay attention?

09/26/2023

Busy and in a hurry to get where you’re going? So is
Sheletta Brundidge. This is what makes her slow down and pay attention behind the wheel.

09/22/2023

Autumn is the shortest but busiest time of year for our team at Minnesota Bound! This season, we plan on filming in over a dozen locations all over the state; from fall foliage tours to hunting and fishing trips, traveling is a HUGE part of what we do. This means long hours of driving, keeping our speed in check and eyes on the road. Here are some things we do to stay safe and focused on these trips while driving long distances:

🚘 Drive with a buddy to provide a second set of eyes and ears
📲 Use hands-free devices for GPS and turn on "Do Not Disturb" driving mode on your phone
🥜 Drink plenty of water and eat high-protein snacks to keep your energy high

Wherever your destination is this fall, keep your speed in check by driving for conditions and eyes on the road! Slow down, pay attention, and keep yourself and others safe 🚗https://drivesafemn.org/do-it-for-me/

08/18/2023

Aug. 18
Impaired and distracted drivers are dangerous to themselves AND to other motorists. Take steps to contact and proximity. Assume the distracted driver doesn’t see you or any other vehicle or obstructions on the road. Then put as much distance between your vehicles. If safely possible, get far enough ahead of the other vehicle to be out of danger. If that’s not feasible, slow down and let the impaired driver take a substantial lead.

08/17/2023

Aug. 17
Distracted and impaired driving practices are a package deal for many young drivers. Students who texted or emailed while driving were also more likely to report other transportation risk behaviors. A 2019 survey showed they were more likely to not always wear a seat belt; more likely to ride with a driver who had been drinking alcohol; and more likely to drive after drinking alcohol.

08/16/2023

Aug. 16
High school-aged drivers admit they are distracted behind the wheel. A 2019 survey of U.S. high school students found 39% of those who drove in the past 30 days texted or emailed while driving on at least one of those days.

08/15/2023

Aug. 15
Distracted driving is a significant issue for young drivers. Among fatal crashes in 2019 involving distracted drivers in the U.S., a higher percentage of drivers ages 15–20 were distracted than drivers aged 21 and older. Among these younger drivers, 9% of them were distracted at the time of the crash. School is right around the corner – is your teen driver prepared?

08/12/2023

Aug. 12
Got a nasty summer cold and need something for relief before you head out on a summer trip? Check the label first, or better yet consult your pharmacist. Some over the counter and prescription drugs can lead to drowsiness or otherwise affect your judgement, coordination or reaction time. Mixing medications or drinking even small amounts of alcohol can make things worse.