National Stop on Red Week 2023 — August 6th - 12th

Text and statistics are taken from the Verra Mobility website.

SAFE is proud to participate (along with the National Coalition for Safer Roads and Verra Mobility) in spreading the message of National Stop on Red Week, August 6th - 12th, which serves as an important reminder of the dangers we face on our roads and the responsibility we all hold to Stop on Red.

Between 2008 and 2021, an estimated 11,296 people were killed in crashes related to red-light running.

Using the theme, “Zero in on Red,” the week-long event highlights the importance of road safety education, traffic safety legislation, and enforcement technology.

“National Stop on Red Week is an important campaign that aims to raise awareness and mobilize efforts to eliminate all fatalities and severe injuries due to red-light running,” Jon Baldwin of Verra Mobility said. “We are proud to collaborate with cities and communities across the nation to support their endeavors in fostering a responsible and safe driving culture. Together, we strive to transform attitudes towards road safety and make our streets a safer place for everyone.”

THE NUMBERS

2022 Trends in Red-Light Running

• More drivers ran red lights in July than in any other month.

• Nearly 1.3 million red-light running violations occurred during the hours of 1-5 pm.

• Independence Day Weekend was the highest-ranked holiday travel period for red-light running.

• Nearly 4.4 million drivers ran red lights in 2022.

For the people who experience crashes and for the loved ones of those who are killed and injured from red-light running, the safety issue behind these numbers is very real.

EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT

Safety is the responsibility of everyone — not just during Stop on Red Week, but every day and every time someone takes to the road. Together, we can protect our communities, families, and children by always stopping on red.

ZERO IN ON SAFETY — TAKE THE PLEDGE

Beyond National Stop on Red Week, we (SAFE, Verra Mobility, and NCSR) are dedicated to a year-round effort to educate all road users, our communities, and government leaders. We invite you to stay informed on ways to improve and advocate for road safety in your community while keeping up to date with the latest in street safety advancements.

Fill out to Take the Pledge.

After you’ve taken the pledge, help us spread the word on social by using the #ZeroInOnRed