National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the U.S. S.
Department of Transportation, was established by the Highway Safety Act of 1970, as the successor to the National Highway Safety Bureau, to carry out safety programs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 and the Highway Safety Act of 1966. The Vehicle Safety Act has subsequently been recodified under Title 49 of the U. Code in Chapter 301, Motor Vehicle Safety. NHTSA also
06/12/2026
When your car fogs up in the winter, you blast the defroster. But doing that on a hot, humid summer morning will turn your windshield into a solid cloud. 🌫️
Here's the trick for when the fog is on the OUTSIDE of your car. 👇
06/11/2026
More people are on the roads! ☀️🌡️
Drivers — watch out for walkers, runners, bicyclists, and everything in between.
Pedestrians — follow the rules of the road and use crosswalks when available.
06/11/2026
With more people out on two wheels, road safety is a shared responsibility.
If you’re driving:
🚗 Check your blind spots
🚗 Give them space
🚗 Slow down
If you’re riding:
🚴 Wear high-vis clothing
🚴 Signal your turns
🚴 Follow the rules of the road
06/10/2026
Several states are bracing for severe weather — including flood watches. ⛈️⚠️
When you're behind the wheel, remember:
🔵 Drive slowly
🔵 Increase your following distance
🔵 Turn Around, Don't Drown!
06/10/2026
Extreme heat is sweeping over parts of the country in the coming days.
The inside of a car can reach deadly temperatures in minutes. Keep kids safe — NEVER leave them alone in a vehicle. 👶🌡️
06/09/2026
Millions across the U.S. are facing their first round of summer heat this week! 🌡️🥵
Your first instinct on a 90-degree day may be to get in the car, crank the AC to max and sit there, but there’s a much faster way to clear out stagnant air. ⤵️
And remember: a parked car gets dangerously hot instantly. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle — not even for a second.
06/09/2026
It's Ride to Work Day! 🏍️🎒
Whether you're riding to work or just for fun, safety comes first:
✔️ Wear your helmet
✔️ Don't speed
✔️ Ride responsibly
✔️ Drive sober
Drivers — give them room and check your blind spots!
More: NHTSA.gov/motorcycle-safety/ride-work-day
06/08/2026
It’s National Trailer Safety Week! 🛻🛥️ Handling a heavy load changes everything about how your vehicle drives.
Don't hit the road without checking these 4 rules:
💪 Ensure your vehicle can safely handle the trailer's max weight
⚖️ Load the front half heavier to prevent dangerous trailer sway
🪢 Use heavy-duty straps so cargo can't shift
🔗 Cross safety chains in case of hitch failure
06/08/2026
Drivers & Passengers + Seat Belts = Best Friends Forever 💙
06/05/2026
Happy Friday!
Let's make SAFE decisions behind the wheel this weekend:
🟡 Buckle up
🟡 Follow the speed limit
🟡 Don't drive distracted
🟡 Drive sober