Free Driver Safety Resources
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Safety Videos
Distracted Driving: The Deadly Epidemic
Distracted driving claimed over 3,500 lives in 2021 alone. This NDSF safety briefing covers the cognitive, visual, and manual distractions that take drivers' eyes, hands, and minds off the road — and what you can do to stop them.
Defensive Driving Fundamentals
Scanning techniques, space management, and hazard anticipation for everyday driving.
Teen Driver Safety Guide
Guidance for new drivers navigating complex traffic situations for the first time.
Printable Safety Checklists
Print them out. Keep one in your glove box.
What to Do After a Crash
Step-by-step guidance for the moments immediately following a collision — from staying safe to exchanging information with other parties.
Download PDFPre-Trip Safety Checklist
A quick inspection routine to run through before any journey. Covers lights, tires, mirrors, fluids, and essential safety equipment.
Download PDFTraffic Stop Protocol
Know your rights and responsibilities during a traffic stop. Clear, calm procedures that protect both you and the officer.
Download PDFEmergency Supplies Checklist
Everything your vehicle should carry — from first-aid basics to roadside safety gear — for unexpected breakdowns or emergencies.
Download PDFTeen Driver Pledge
A family commitment to safe driving.
Establish boundaries. Save lives.
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. The NDSF Teen Driver Pledge is a written agreement between parents and young drivers that establishes clear rules around passengers, nighttime driving, and device use.
- Zero distraction commitment
- Passenger limits established
- Curfew driving agreements
- Agreed consequences for violations