Drive like a local with the Oregon friendly driver visitors course.
Do you have a trip planned to visit Oregon? Maybe you’re planning to hike in the beautiful Cascades, roll down the stunning Oregon Coast, go on a food tour of Portland, or take in the spectacular desert landscapes of Eastern Oregon. Whatever it is that’s drawing you to Oregon, we are so excited for you to visit and enjoy the state!
As a visitor, it is very important to be up to date on traffic laws and infrastructure in the places you are visiting to make sure you drive safely, knowledgeably, and like a local. Oregon Friendly Driver has designed a quick 10-minute course for visitors to get up to speed on recent rules of the road and quick tips to help protect others on the roads. This visitor course is perfect for anyone rolling through Oregon, no matter what their trip has in store for them.
Oregon’s roadways are designed with everyone in mind, people driving, people biking, people walking, and those using electric mobility devices. Our “people-centric” approach prioritizes safety and respect for all road users, and it’s essential for visitors to understand this unique road culture. This course provides the knowledge you need to navigate our roads and make it to your adventures here in Oregon, safe and sound!
Many crashes involving visitors occur due to unfamiliarity with local driving practices. This course highlights common scenarios that can lead to accidents and provides strategies to avoid them, including how to safely share the road with people walking, biking, and rolling; Oregon’s traffic laws and regulations; navigating unique intersections and roundabouts; and awareness of electric mobility users.
The Oregon Friendly Driver course was designed specifically to protect vulnerable roadway users and reduce the number of crashes on Oregon’s roads. This means driving with awareness and intention around people walking, biking, rolling, and anyone else who’s not in a car. These are the folks who are in a much more vulnerable position on our roads, and keeping them safe is something we all share responsibility for.
Now pack your bag and get your trip started! No matter the season, Oregon has the views, experiences, and people you’ll remember long after your trip.
