Safe driving in holiday traffic

Buckle up: A safety belt will not prevent a crash, but it will save a life.

Slow down: Chances of a crash nearly triples when driving faster than surrounding traffic.

When conditions are less than ideal, drive the below-posted speed limit.

• Maintaining a reasonable speed and safe following distance from the vehicle ahead may help maneuver winter road conditions that often reduce visibility and require longer stopping distances.
• Allowing impatient and aggressive drivers to pass can reduce the risk of an accident.

While driving, refraining from the following can minimize distractions inside and outside the cab:

• Texting – which is illegal for CMV drivers
• Focusing attention on buildings, billboards, people
• Eating and drinking
• Reading, writing, or using paper maps
• Dialing a handheld phone