As many Texans prepare for the Memorial Day holiday and summer fun, the Texas Department of Transportation has launched its “Click It or Ticket” campaign.
TxDOT’s effort aims to remind Texans that buckling up is the best defense in a crash. There was a 16% increase in deaths of unbuckled motorists in 2020 — 1,073 fatalities last year compared to 926 deaths in 2019 — according to TxDOT.
“This past year we have all been reminded of the simple acts we can take to protect our lives and those of our loved ones,” TxDOT Executive Director James Bass said. “Wearing a seatbelt is the most important step we can take to protect ourselves from serious injury or even death in a traffic crash. Instead of putting yourself and others in danger, remember: buckle up day and night, every rider, every ride.”
