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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Slid off road? Stay inside to stay alive

If you end up off in the ditch or shoulder and you’re not able to get your vehicle back on the road safely, the best thing to do is stay inside the vehicle.

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January 12, 2024
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - A body stays in motion until a belt stops you

The truth is that airbags are designed to work with seat belts, not replace them.

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January 5, 2024
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Old acquaintances don't forget to plan a sober ride

Whether you’re planning a family holiday celebration, or another festive occasion, the best hosts are the ones who plan to keep their guests safe.

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December 29, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - What drives you? The person under the mistletoe

Whether you have someone waiting for you, a job to do, or an errand to run, there’s always a reason to drive safely.

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December 22, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Santa sees you on our phone. You serious, Clark?

What kind of example do you want to set for your children when you are driving?

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December 15, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Full of holiday spirits? Find a sober ride

If you plan on drinking this holiday season, also plan a sober ride home.

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December 8, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Take action against distraction

This time of year many of us have extra tasks to complete with the holidays quickly approaching, and distracted driving is dangerous.

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December 1, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Pass: Food to the right, cars on the left

Keep the peace this holiday season and choose the right lane unless you are passing.

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November 24, 2023
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Traffic Incident Management
What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Protect those who protect you. Move over for them.

This week we recognize all of our first responders for the work they do every day to keep us safer on the road with “Crash Responder Safety Week.”

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November 17, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Watch for deer in headlights. They don't.

This time of year, you should be on the lookout for multiple scenarios of fast-moving, unpredictable deer crossing highways.

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November 10, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Tires and tired don't go together. Drive alert.

Even though the time change can mean an extra hour of sleep, the change often means interrupted sleep patterns for many, which can equal danger while driving.

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November 3, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Traffic deaths up 10%. That's scary.

While Halloween can provide fun and entertainment, Iowa’s roads are no place for a fright.

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October 27, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Pass on left, get it right

Iowa Code says that you should drive in the right lane if you are driving slower than the normal speed of traffic, unless you are passing or turning left.

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October 20, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat - Why tempt fate? That text can wait.

Every time you pick up your phone when you’re driving, you’re rolling the dice with your own life and the lives of those on the road with you.

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October 13, 2023
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What Drives You Iowa
Transportation Matters

Roadside Chat – Got speeding issues? Get over it slowly.

While fatal crashes often have multiple causes, aggressive driving, which includes speeding, is one of the most cited reasons by Iowa law enforcement.

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October 6, 2023
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