• October 1st, 2020

This Halloween, let’s make happy memories, not tragic nightmares. The only thing scarier than zombies and witches loose on the streets is an impaired driver. This year, NHTSA is teaming up with local officials to help spread the message that Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. Even one alcoholic beverage could be one too many for some drivers. So, if you plan to drive, plan to refrain from alcohol. If you do plan to enjoy some witch’s brew, be sure to arrange a sober ride home in advance. Stay safe on Halloween night, and every night.

Read these scary stats and commit to sober driving:

  • During the Halloween nights from 2013-2017, there were 158 people killed in drunk-driving crashes.
  • During the Halloween nights from 2013-2017, 42% of those killed were in traffic crashes that involved at least one drunk driver.
  • During the 2017 Halloween night, there were 11 vehicle occupants and three pedestrians killed in drunk-driving crashes.