VIDEO RELEASE: Senator Moody Urges Safe Driving as Florida Enters 100 Deadliest Days

"Like so many parents across Florida, I worry about safety every time someone I love gets behind the wheel. During the 100 Deadliest Days, there is an increase in fatal accidents involving teen drivers. That's why I am urging all drivers to buckle up, put away phones, and never drive under the influence. I promise our world class beaches, vibrant vacation towns, and all the fun Florida has to offer isn't going anywhere - so drive safe and keep others in mind while on the road," said Senator Ashley Moody.

BACKGROUND:

• Fatal car crashes specifically involving teens typically increase during the 100 Deadliest Days.
• About 8 people per day are killed in teen-involved driving crashes over the summer versus the 7 per day during the rest of the year.
• Even though fatal crashes and teen-involved fatalities remain a grave problem during the 100 Deadliest Days, Florida and the rest of the nation are making progress in this continued fight.
• Florida's fatal crashes declined from 2,891 in 2024 to 2,773 in 2025-a 4% decrease. According to a recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, traffic deaths nationwide fell to record lows in 2025 with an estimated 36,640 fatalities-a 6.7% decrease from 2024. NHTSA shared that 2025 marked the second-lowest traffic fatality rate in recorded history at 1.1 fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled.

To help keep Florida families safe on the road this summer, Senator Moody is sharing the following safe-driving tips:

• Put away phones and other potential distractions;
• Always wear seatbelts and ensure children are in the appropriate car seat;
• Talk to teen drivers about safe-driving habits; and
• Never drive while under the influence of alcohol or other substances.

More helpful tips, statistics and information about staying safe during the 100 Deadly Days of Summer can be found on the FLHSMV Arrive Alive Crash Dashboard.

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