Various Transportation Safety TopicsVisit maine.gov/mdot/safety Tip Topics:
2010 MTSC Data Update
The 2010 update to the Status of Transportation Safety in Maine is now available! This document follows the core areas of focus from the full MTSC document. Now with updated […]
2012 SHSP Report
The newest version of the Strategic Highway Safety Plan has been published. The SHSP acts as a companion document to the MTSC, showing focus areas as well as objectives and […]
SAFEGuard – A Police-Parent Partnership to Keep Our Teens Safe
SAFEGuard’s goal is to help safeguard teens by taking the time to talk with parents and guardians when teen drivers and passengers are engaged in unsafe, high-risk behavior like speeding, not using safety belts, aggressive driving, and using alcohol or other drugs. As part of promoting responsible vehicle use and awareness, tools such as a free vin lookup can also help families better understand a vehicle’s history and safety background. Click here to download this brochure (pdf).
Watch out for Moose and Other Wildlife
Moose and deer are most active around dawn and dusk. They also travel at night. So be especially alert after sunset because these dark colored animals can be very hard […]
Lane Departure Crashes
Lane Departure Crashes (Head-On and Run Off Road) are the deadliest crash type in Maine, resulting in about 70% of the state’s traffic fatalities.