Warmer weather means more bikes on the road, so it’s more important than ever for drivers to avoid distractions. Reading one text can take your eyes off the road long enough to drive the length of a football field! Stay alert & learn these bike safety laws at…

It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week! Safety is critical for work zone crews, along with the vehicles that travel through them. Drivers — slow down and ALWAYS watch for workers while driving in and out of work zones. Learn more at nwzaw.org #NWZAW #Orange4Safety

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and we are stepping up enforcement. Remember, texting while driving is against Michigan law, but it’s not the only distraction. Whether it's eating, fixing your hair, or searching for the perfect song, any distraction can be…

It's Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Anything that distracts you while driving increases your risk of a crash, including touching up your makeup, texting, eating, or hunting for a song on your playlist. What distracts you can impact you—so when you drive, just drive. Learn…

National Pet Day is an unofficial holiday that takes place every year on April 11 and encourages people to appreciate the role that pets play in our lives. Drivers, with warmer weather ahead, please drive safety around all pedestrians - including our furry friends - to ensure…

With rain expected across much of the state today, please be cautious on the slippery roads and in low-visibility conditions. Driving at slower speeds in these slick areas can help you avoid crashes and keep everyone safe. michigan.gov/OHSP

In collaboration with our traffic safety partners, we’re excited to share the debut of our new #MoveOver video! The OHSP wants drivers to protect roadway responders - such as MSP troopers, tow-truck drivers, MDOT crews, and emergency personnel - by reminding you to be alert, slow…

Did you know? A motorcycle-vehicle crash is more likely to happen between 4 and 7 p.m., and most crashes with motorcyclists occur when vehicle drivers are turning left. Learn more at bit.ly/3LBvomv

In a normal year, 500,000 buses nationwide take 26 million students to and from school each day. Adding field trips, sports and other activities means buses log 10 billion miles every year. See the red flashing lights of a bus? STOP! bit.ly/3AIZCeQ

Here are two articles about today's solar eclipse from the Detroit Free Press.
Is it safe to drive during the eclipse? Yes, but exercise caution: freep.com/story/news/loc…
Path, time, glasses, more information: freep.com/story/news/loc…

Warmer temperatures are expected across Michigan in the coming days, so there will be more people out walking. Please look out for pedestrians, especially in areas where you know they may be present, such as near schools, parks, shopping areas, and transit stops. For more…

Drowsy Driver Awareness Day is observed on April 6 each year to remind everyone about the dangers of drowsy driving. Please be sure you are well rested before getting behind the wheel! Drive safely, Michigan! Learn more about drowsy driving at nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/……

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. When you’re driving, just drive. Don’t text, call, eat, drink, fix your makeup, or comb your hair. Keep your eyes on the road and stay safe. Go hands-free. It's the law. Learn more at michigan.gov/DistractedDriv…

Driving impaired by alcohol or drugs puts everyone on the road at risk. Who will you meet on your way home? Don’t take the chance. If you’re impaired, get a ride home from a friend or rideshare service. Michigan.gov/DriveSober

A vehicle traveling 55 mph can close on a vehicle/person in front of it faster than you might think. Always be aware of what is going on ahead of you and be alert for slow moving vehicles. bit.ly/3KutGA1

Today, put on your most comfortable shoes and step out to celebrate National Walking Day! This day encourages a healthy lifestyle and reminds everyone that just 30 minutes of walking each day can have a great impact on your overall health. If you are walking near a roadway or…

If you must travel in northern lower Michigan or the Upper Peninsula, please slow down, drive for the conditions and help keep everyone safe.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and we’re committed to keeping our roads safe. That’s why we’re stepping up enforcement of Michigan’s hands-free law. More than 3,000 Americans die each year in crashes involving distracted driving. Remember: what distracts you…

With rain and snow showers expected across much of the state in the next few days, please be cautious on the slippery roads and in low-visibility conditions. Driving at slower speeds in these slick areas can help you avoid crashes and save lives. More at nhtsa.gov/road-safety/dr…