Spring Time Driving

It is Spring in Oregon! Daylight savings time has begun, the days are getting warmer, and more people are out and about walking, biking, and rolling to the places they need to go. As a driver, it is important to remember that there are different hazards and things to...

The Impact of Crashes on the BIPOC Community

In 2021, the Oregon Department of Transportation released a report on the impact of accidents between vehicles and pedestrians on BIPOC and low income community members. The results were startling: BIPOC and low income community members account for 45% of pedestrian...

Holiday Driving – Let’s Get There Safely Together!

It is the winter holiday season, and that means many Oregonians will be traveling over the next several weeks to see family, and take a much needed break. With more people on the road, this is a great time to remember some tips from the Oregon Friendly Driver Course....

Winter Driving Hazards

Winter has arrived in Oregon! Whether you live in rainy Salem, or snowy La Grande, here are some things you can do to make sure you are driving safely with other road users: Plan ahead. Even in a car, commuting is going to take more time, so plan to leave a bit...
The Times They Are Changing

The Times They Are Changing

If there are two things that are true in this world, it is that the end of Daylight Savings Time, when the days get darker, isn’t fun for anyone, and that Oregon Friendly Driver is a great program to help you become a safer road user. As the skies get darker earlier...
go as an Oregon Friendly Driver this Halloween

go as an Oregon Friendly Driver this Halloween

October 31st is Halloween! The days are getting darker, and people throughout the world are celebrating All Hallows Eve with decorations, costumes, and for the younger Oregonians, trick or treating! It is definitely a spooky, fun time! To make sure it is the most fun...