Speed remains top factor in crashes

Last “deathless day” on Texas highways almost 23 years ago

Drivers continue to choose to go too fast on Texas roads, making speed the number one contributing factor in traffic crashes. That’s why TxDOT is partnering with law enforcement on the “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” campaign to urge motorists to slow down. Last year, a third of the people killed on the road were in a crash that involved speed. This translates to 1,469 lives that were l...

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