PennDOT Urges Summer Safety, Offers General Driver Tips

​Amidst sunny skies and warm summer nights, PennDOT reminds all drivers to stay safe on the roads. When behind the wheel of a car – whether alone or with passengers – driving safely should always be a top priority. In the last year, 1,179 people died on our roadways. Even one life taken; is one too many.

Safety is everyone's responsibility, so follow these tips to keep you and others on the roadways safe:

• Don't drink and drive. 
• Obey the speed limit; driving too fast gives you less time to react.
• Do not talk or text on your cell phone while driving. Texting is illegal.
• Use your turn signals so other drivers know what you are doing.
• Focus on the driving task, the road and the conditions around you.
  
• Don't eat or drink while driving (these are also distractions!)
• Adjust radio and climate controls before beginning your trip, have your passenger adjust the controls for you or adjust the controls when you are stopped.
• Plan ahead to know where you are going and get directions.
• Leave early and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination.
• Expect the unexpected.