The beginning of the year feels like a fresh start. We use the start of a new year to focus on things we’d like to do better in the future. Most New Year’s resolutions involve self-improvement—things like creating better habits and showing more grace to others. Here at The Fell Law Firm, we believe that safer driving is a worthy goal for 2025.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Efforts Continue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is a government agency operating under the Department of Transportation. Its goal is to reduce car and truck accidents and make American roadways safer for everyone. As part of that effort, the NHTSA works to encourage drivers to make safer choices behind the wheel.
10 NHTSA Safety Tips for 2025
The tips for 2025 are not revolutionary. In fact, they’re many of the same tips auto safety experts have been pushing for years.
The NHTSA wants the driving public to focus on the following actions to reduce injuries and deaths going forward:
- Wear your seatbelt.
- Make sure your kids are in the right car seat.
- Avoid impaired driving.
- Avoid distractions when driving.
- Obey the speed limit.
- Don’t drive when you’re sleepy.
- Watch out for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcycles.
- Properly respond to flashing safety lights.
- Help teen drivers master safety skills.
- Monitor vehicle recalls.
Some of these tips can be implemented fairly easily. Others would require a more substantial commitment. But remember, while you’ll never be a perfect driver, any improvement on these 10 safety items can help prevent crashes.
Car accidents can be tragic. Every accident prevented is hugely beneficial for the drivers and families affected.
Drowsy, Drunk and Distracted Driving
Three of the tips are tied to behaviors that are nearly universally condemned. Drivers can all agree that they wouldn’t want to be surrounded by drowsy, drunk or distracted drivers. The formula is simple: If you wouldn’t want the driver next to you doing it, you shouldn’t do it either.
Drunk drivers face harsher penalties and more public condemnation than ever before. Rideshare services have further eroded the excuses that some people used to find acceptable for this dangerous activity. From a safety perspective, if you’re planning on drinking, you should not plan on driving.
Drowsy and distracted driving are harder to combat. Most people assume they’ll be alert while driving. Rideshare services and public transportation can help when that’s not the case. If you do drive, plan to be off the road at times when you normally are asleep, and move your cell phone out of reach.
Safe Driving in 2025 Can Be a Lifesaver
At The Fell Law Firm, our attorneys have seen the impact of serious car accidents up close. Avoiding an accident is vital. If you’ve been injured by another driver, you need experienced legal guidance to protect your rights. Call our Dallas lawyers at 972-450-1418 to schedule an initial consultation.
