Drunk Driving During the Thanksgiving Holiday

Did you know that Black Wednesday, or Thanksgiving Eve, is one of the biggest drinking days of the year? This inevitably leads to a spike in alcohol sales and an unfortunate uptick of drunk driving incidents. There’s much to be thankful for this year, but remember to be aware of your surroundings as you travel to visit family or friends during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Drunk Driving Crashes During the Holidays

Even Christmas or the 4^th of July does not have as high of drunk driving incidents as Thanksgiving. In 2012, 764 traffic fatalities were recorded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Around 40 percent of the passengers killed were involved with drunk drivers.

There is always an increase of drunk driving crashes and incidents during the holiday periods, so it’s important to keep safety top-of-mind while on the roadways. Remember that there are alternative transportation options available to you if you’ve been drinking to get home safely. Ask a designated, sober driver to take you home, hail a cab or get a Lyft or Uber ride from your phone.

Smart Start wishes you a safe and fantastic Thanksgiving! Remember that our team is available even during weekends and holidays at (800) 831-3299. If you are in a situation where you need to install an Ignition Interlock Device, Smart Start is here for you.

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