DRIVE SMART Virginia
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DRIVE SMART Virginia is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded on the principle that traffic fatalities and injuries are preventable. Through education and outreach programs, DRIVE SMART Virginia promotes traffic safety.
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We've temporarily changed our logo for the National Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which ends January 1st. #DriveSober
A Designated Sober Driver is the Life of the Party. #DriveSober
December 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
A Designated Sober Driver is the Life of the Party. #DriveSober
Don't ruin the holidays for your family - or someone else's. Designate a sober driver. They're the Life of the Party! #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
December 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Don't ruin the holidays for your family - or someone else's. Designate a sober driver. They're the Life of the Party! #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
We've temporarily changed our logo for the National Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which ends January 1st. #DriveSober
December 15, 2025 at 6:46 PM
We've temporarily changed our logo for the National Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which ends January 1st. #DriveSober
🎄 Before you hit the eggnog, designate a sober driver. #DriveSober
December 10, 2025 at 4:37 PM
🎄 Before you hit the eggnog, designate a sober driver. #DriveSober
When will it snow? 🤔 Here's the answer from @nws.noaa.gov:
December 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
When will it snow? 🤔 Here's the answer from @nws.noaa.gov:
Updated Forecast:
● A low-pressure system brings an increasing chance of snow and/or a wintry mix to the area Friday morning through most of the day. Forecast snowfall has increased, with 1-2” expected from I-95 west (including in the Richmond Metro).
● A low-pressure system brings an increasing chance of snow and/or a wintry mix to the area Friday morning through most of the day. Forecast snowfall has increased, with 1-2” expected from I-95 west (including in the Richmond Metro).
December 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Updated Forecast:
● A low-pressure system brings an increasing chance of snow and/or a wintry mix to the area Friday morning through most of the day. Forecast snowfall has increased, with 1-2” expected from I-95 west (including in the Richmond Metro).
● A low-pressure system brings an increasing chance of snow and/or a wintry mix to the area Friday morning through most of the day. Forecast snowfall has increased, with 1-2” expected from I-95 west (including in the Richmond Metro).
Updated Forecast:
● The best chance of winter weather is across inland portions of the area (including I-95 and the Richmond Metro).
● There is high confidence in below freezing temperatures Friday morning. Snow will likely accumulate on area roadways quickly, and even 0.5-1” could cause issues.
● The best chance of winter weather is across inland portions of the area (including I-95 and the Richmond Metro).
● There is high confidence in below freezing temperatures Friday morning. Snow will likely accumulate on area roadways quickly, and even 0.5-1” could cause issues.
December 3, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Updated Forecast:
● The best chance of winter weather is across inland portions of the area (including I-95 and the Richmond Metro).
● There is high confidence in below freezing temperatures Friday morning. Snow will likely accumulate on area roadways quickly, and even 0.5-1” could cause issues.
● The best chance of winter weather is across inland portions of the area (including I-95 and the Richmond Metro).
● There is high confidence in below freezing temperatures Friday morning. Snow will likely accumulate on area roadways quickly, and even 0.5-1” could cause issues.
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National Distracted Driving Coalition is hosting the webinar "Incentivizing Safe Driving & Reducing Crashes," December 11 at 11:00 am Eastern Time. Details/Registration: usnddc.org/role-of-tech...
National Distracted Driving Coalition is hosting the webinar "Incentivizing Safe Driving & Reducing Crashes," December 11 at 11:00 am Eastern Time. Details/Registration: usnddc.org/role-of-tech...
December 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The
National Distracted Driving Coalition is hosting the webinar "Incentivizing Safe Driving & Reducing Crashes," December 11 at 11:00 am Eastern Time. Details/Registration: usnddc.org/role-of-tech...
National Distracted Driving Coalition is hosting the webinar "Incentivizing Safe Driving & Reducing Crashes," December 11 at 11:00 am Eastern Time. Details/Registration: usnddc.org/role-of-tech...
Winter weather is expected Friday across much of the Commonwealth. "Travel impacts are possible." ❄️
December 3, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Winter weather is expected Friday across much of the Commonwealth. "Travel impacts are possible." ❄️
In 2023, 7,891 people 65 and older were killed in traffic crashes in the United States. How are your driving skills? Take the Safe Driving Quiz: www.granddriver.net/older-driver...
Safe Driving - Virginia GrandDriver
Learn safety tips for older drivers including yielding to pedestrians, limiting left turns, avoiding distractions, and taking breaks while driving.
www.granddriver.net
December 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In 2023, 7,891 people 65 and older were killed in traffic crashes in the United States. How are your driving skills? Take the Safe Driving Quiz: www.granddriver.net/older-driver...
Do you have #Thanksgiving plans? Have you planned for a Designated Sober Driver? They're the Life if the Party!
November 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Do you have #Thanksgiving plans? Have you planned for a Designated Sober Driver? They're the Life if the Party!
November 25, 2025 at 8:37 PM
I-95 SB at Rt 288 in Chesterfield County, all lanes closed due to a tractor-trailer crash. Backup is 4+ miles. (11/25 9:30AM)
November 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM
I-95 SB at Rt 288 in Chesterfield County, all lanes closed due to a tractor-trailer crash. Backup is 4+ miles. (11/25 9:30AM)
VCU takes measures to curb "corner cutting" www.12onyourside.com/2025/11/18/l...
‘Left turn hardening’ measures installed near VCU to improve pedestrian safety
There are four new “left turn hardening” traffic measures in Richmond to reduce crashes
www.12onyourside.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:11 PM
VCU takes measures to curb "corner cutting" www.12onyourside.com/2025/11/18/l...
Hey! You're already on Bluesky, right? How about sharing some holiday safe driving tips with your friends? Tools & tips are FREE at our Toolkits page: www.drivesmartva.org/outreach-and...
November 21, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Hey! You're already on Bluesky, right? How about sharing some holiday safe driving tips with your friends? Tools & tips are FREE at our Toolkits page: www.drivesmartva.org/outreach-and...
DSV in the News: Safety Fair in Richmond Gives Tips on Keeping Kids Safe in the Car www.wtvr.com/news/local-n...
Safety fair in Richmond gives tips on keeping kids safe in the car
The Richmond Ambulance Authority, Drive Smart Virginia, and AAA hosted a Thanksgiving safety fair on Wednesday to help families prepare for safe travel this Thanksgiving.
www.wtvr.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:42 PM
DSV in the News: Safety Fair in Richmond Gives Tips on Keeping Kids Safe in the Car www.wtvr.com/news/local-n...
DSV in the News: Child Safety Seat Checks www.12onyourside.com/2025/11/19/f...
Free child safety seat checks happening ahead of Thanksgiving
Before you hit the roads for Thanksgiving next Thursday, first responders are working to make sure your kids are safe.
www.12onyourside.com
November 20, 2025 at 5:01 AM
DSV in the News: Child Safety Seat Checks www.12onyourside.com/2025/11/19/f...
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
November 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Happy #VeteransDay to all who served!
November 11, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Happy #VeteransDay to all who served!
Making plans for #Thanksgiving? 🦃 Don't forget your Designated Sober Driver. 😇 They're the Life of the Party!
November 6, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Making plans for #Thanksgiving? 🦃 Don't forget your Designated Sober Driver. 😇 They're the Life of the Party!
Fashion tip: Seat belts are always in style.
November 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Fashion tip: Seat belts are always in style.
Wishing you a safe & happy #Halloween!
October 31, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Wishing you a safe & happy #Halloween!