Everyday choices like buckling up, slowing down and staying focused can save lives.
Road design plays a critical role in preventing crashes and reducing the risk of serious injury or death.
Post-crash care focuses on what happens after a traffic crash. Effective emergency care can save lives and reduce the severity of injuries.
North Dakota’s Vision Zero initiative is guided by the state’s Vision Zero Plan (Strategic Highway Safety Plan).
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Categories: Lane Departure
As summer travel increases across the state, Vision Zero is reminding drivers that dry roads and clear skies do not eliminate the risks of distraction, fatigue, impairment and speeding. Lane departure crashes continue to be one of the deadliest crash types on North Dakota roads.
North Dakota recorded 85 traffic deaths in 2025, the lowest annual total in 29 years. As partners gather in Bismarck for the 2026 Vision Zero Partner Conference, traffic safety leaders say the progress reflects strong statewide collaboration while reinforcing that every life lost is a tragedy and shared responsibility remains critical.
Categories: Distracted Driving
Law enforcement agencies across North Dakota issued 830 citations during the April Put the Phone Away or Pay distracted driving enforcement campaign.
Categories: Motorcycle
As motorcycle season begins across North Dakota, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and American Bikers Aiming Toward Education (ABATE) of North Dakota in partnership with Vision Zero are encouraging riders to take simple steps that can make a life-saving difference.
Categories: Seat Belts
Law enforcement agencies across North Dakota will have increased patrols throughout the month of May as part of the Click It or Ticket campaign. The effort is focused on encouraging seat belt use and helping prevent serious injuries and deaths on North Dakota roads.
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Driving Skills For Success is an event that brings young drivers in a controlled environment to learn the dangers of unsafe driving habits. This event teaches young drivers basic roadside vehicle maintenance, safe habits when driving, and the consequences of driving distracted or impaired.
Driving Skills for Success is an event that brings young drivers in a controlled environment to learn the dangers of unsafe driving habits. This event teaches young drivers basic roadside vehicle maintenance, safe habits when driving, and the consequences of driving distracted or impaired.