This Thanksgiving Holiday, Stay Focused. Stay Safe.

The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel times of the year. AAA projects nearly 82 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home this season — that’s 1.6 million more travelers than in 2024.

With so many vehicles on the road, safety becomes even more critical. Distracted driving continues to be a leading cause of preventable crashes. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thousands of lives are lost each year due to distractions behind the wheel.

Why it matters

• More traffic = more risk. Congestion before and after the holiday increases stress and temptation to multitask.
• Distractions are deadly. Even a few seconds of looking away from the road can have life-changing consequences.
• We control the outcome. While we can’t control other drivers, we can control our own choices.

Safety tips for the road

• Phone down. No text, call, or notification is worth a life.
• Co-pilot up. Let passengers handle GPS, music, or messages. Traveling solo? Set your route before leaving.
• Plan ahead. Leave early to avoid rushing. Expect heavy traffic leading into and out of the holiday.
• Take breaks. On long drives, stop to rest, recharge, and check messages safely.

Take the pledge

November is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Join us in committing to distraction-free driving by signing the pledge here. It’s a simple step that reinforces our shared responsibility to keep ourselves, our coworkers, and our loved ones safe.