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Remembering and following the basics of safe driving can prevent crashes and fatalities on the road. Some of the basics include: always wearing a seat belt, obeying road signs and traffic signals, keeping a safe distance from vehicles, maintaining a reasonable speed and avoiding texting or eating while driving so you can be aware of your surroundings. Click to read more.
Road to Zero
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Utah Among Deadliest States For Teen Drivers, Report Says
Utah is the ninth-most dangerous state for teen drivers, according to a new report with national data that looked at crashes involving drivers ages 15 to 20.5 years ago
Aley Davis, KSL TV
Advertising Students Introduce Distract Driving Campaign At U Of U
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — When you hear that beep or buzz, it’s difficult to avoid the temptation to look at your phone. Students at the University of Utah recognize that and they’re joining forces with the Utah Department of Transportation to introduce a new campaign targeting distracted driving — with an eight-foot-tall cell phone. “Almost 3,500 […]5 years ago
Felicia Martinez, KSL TV
100 Deadliest Days Of Summer Sees Decrease In Fatalities Over 2018
The 100 Deadliest Days of Summer are officially over, and there's some good news at the end of the season.5 years ago
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Troopers Busy Keeping Roads Safe During Labor Day Weekend; Zero Fatalities
Utah law enforcement released numbers showing they had a busy holiday weekend trying to keep the state's roads safe.5 years ago
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Unrestrained Child Suffers Critical Injuries During Rollover, Officials Say
A woman and a child were transported to a hospital Wednesday evening after their vehicle rolled on I-15, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. Neither of them were wearing seat belts.5 years ago
Lt. Robin Heiden
Safe In 60: Avoiding Confusion Around Emergency Vehicles
Here are some important reminder if you encounter a firetruck, ambulance or police car while driving.5 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Ogden Woman Dies From Injuries In I-15 Crash
A woman critically injured in a crash on northbound I-15 Friday died from their injuries, authorities said Monday.5 years ago
Associated Press
Utah Auto Accidents Fall But Effect Of DUI Law Still Unclear
Utah officials cannot yet determine whether a new drunk driving law has caused a reduction in auto accidents.5 years ago
KSL TV
Busiest Travel Days Of Summer Begin With 2 Fatal Crashes
The days leading up to Independence Day are some of the busiest travel days of the summer, and they're already off to a deadly start.5 years ago
RICHARD LARDNER, Associated Press
Administration Moves To Ease Drive-time Rules For Truckers
The Transportation Department is moving to relax the federal regulations that required Francois to pull over, a long sought goal of the trucking industry and a move that would highlight its influence with the Trump administration.5 years ago
Felicia Martinez, KSL TV
Thousands Hit Utah Roads For Memorial Day Weekend
Not only is it the beginning of the 100 deadliest days of summer, but drivers will be dealing with wet roads during their travels.5 years ago
Felicia Martinez, KSL TV
Border To Border, Officers Are Enforcing ‘Click It Or Ticket’
Utah Highway Patrol troopers and other law enforcement agencies are out in full force looking for drivers and passengers who aren’t buckled up.5 years ago
Aley Davis, KSL TV
New Utah Motorcycle ‘Lane Filtering’ Law In Effect Next Week
Next week it will be legal for motorcycles to filter between stopped traffic at an intersection under certain conditions. The Department of Public Safety demonstrated the proper way to lane filter before the law goes into effect on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.5 years ago
KSL TV
UHP Participates In Nationwide Crackdown On Distracted Driving
On the Road to Zero Fatalities, troopers have been out in force looking for distracted drivers.5 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
String Of Semi-Truck Rollovers Leads To Safety Concerns At Major Junction
Several semis rolled over in a span of several days earlier this month at a major interstate junction in northern Utah.5 years ago
Sean Moody, KSL TV
Salt Lake City Police Step Up Crosswalk Enforcement
Salt Lake City Police are stepping up crosswalk enforcement this week. The department received a $15,000 grant from the Utah Highway Safety Office for the extra patrols.5 years ago
Aley Davis
World’s Most Pedestrian-Friendly Car On Utah Roads
UDOT decorated the world’s most pedestrian-friendly car with bright paint, sirens, horns, and a loud speaker to remind pedestrians and drivers to share the road.5 years ago
Aley Davis, KSL TV
‘It Was A Total Miracle’: Making March 28 A Zero Fatalities Day
Spring break often means warmer weather and more drivers on the road, which can be a deadly combination for Utah drivers. Historically, March 28 has proven just that.5 years ago
Aley Davis, KSL TV
‘It Changed Our Life Forever’: Recovering After Distracted Driving Crash
Making the decision to respond to a text message behind the wheel can have deadly and lasting consequences. One man who survived a crash as a result of distracted driving is trying to make the best of his situation.5 years ago
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Officials Asking Drivers To Be Cautious During National Guard Convoy
The Utah National Guard will be starting a 900-mile convoy involving at least a dozen military vehicles, and officials want drivers to take safety measures if they encounter it.5 years ago
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7-Year-Old, Two Adults Killed In Crash With Semi-Trucks
A crash late Wednesday night killed three people in Wyoming -- one of whom was a 7-year-old child.5 years ago
Caitlin Burchill, KSL TV
Vineyard Woman Has Close Encounter With A Crowbar While Driving South On I-15
A Vineyard woman is lucky to be alive after a crowbar crashed into her windshield.5 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Report: Historic Increase in Auto-Pedestrian Fatalities
Nationwide, it's getting more deadly to walk to school, walk to work, or even walk your dog in your neighborhood. That's according to a national study showing pedestrian fatalities at a 28-year high.5 years ago
