Tennessee Highway Safety Office Reports an All-Time High in Statewide Seat Belt Usage
January 23, 2020
Nashville, TN – On Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announced a significant increase in the state’s overall seat belt usage rate, compared to previous years.
Tennessee’s Seat Belt Usage Rate Reached 91.75 Percent in 2019
Tennessee Highway Patrol, Governor’s Highway Safety Office announces Statewide decrease in Seat Belt Usage
August 9, 2015
Nashville, TN – The Governor’s Highway Safety Office and the Tennessee Highway Patrol have announced a decrease in seat belt use. The new statewide rate has been finalized at 86.2 percent for the month of June. This percentage represents a decrease from the previous usage rate of 87.7 percent.
The observational seat belt survey is performed by the University of Tennessee (Knoxville) Center for Transportation Research. The survey, which is conducted in accordance with federal requirements and standards, is mandated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
State Farm gives Prom Safety Tips
April 21, 2015
Help Your Teens Get There and Back Safely With These Tips
Murfreesboro, TN – Across the country, high schools are entering into prom season. This is a magical time to create lasting memories. To ensure that those memories are all positive, it’s important to make sure your teenagers are prepared.
“There are several things you can do to protect your teens,” said State Farm spokesman Kip Diggs. “Talk with them and give them the information they need so they can make responsible choices.” [Read more]
