Over half of all fatal motorcycle crashes involve another vehicle. Most of the time, the motorist, not the motorcyclist, is at fault. There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road, and some drivers don't "recognize" a motorcycle – they ignore it (usually unintentionally).
Young drivers, ages 15 to 20 years old, are especially vulnerable to death and injury on our roadways. Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in America. Mile for mile, teenagers are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other drivers.
Operation C.A.R.E. is made up of state police and highway patrol agencies that have joined together with the goal of reducing human suffering on our highways, particularly during national holidays.
Distracted driving is one of the most serious safety issues on our nation’s roadways. Distracted driving is defined as driving while performing any other activity, whether visual, manual or cognitive, that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving.
Winter driving calls for extra caution, with more snow and ice to deal with, and less daylight. Stay safe out there with these annual winter driving reminders.
Are you interested in having a Vermont state trooper speak to your school, business, community organization or other group about traffic safety issues and safe driving? We are interested in working with your organization and have participated in numerous presentations on the importance of safe, responsible driving throughout Vermont.
As of November 11th, there have been 50 crash fatalities on Vermont's roads in 2024. There were 62 deaths at this point last year. The 10-year average is 56.
Red Markers - DUI / Alcohol related
Orange Markers - Unknown drug / Alcohol
Green Markers - no suspected drug / alcohol
White diamond on markers - multiple fatalities
To report an immediate highway safety concern such as reckless operation, high speed and road rage incidents, the public is asked to call 911 and be prepared to provide the following information:
Our Traffic Safety Program is the liaison with other state of Vermont traffic safety managers such as the Governor's Highway Safety Program, the Department of Motor Vehicles and the Agency of Transportation.
