Americans are less likely to be injured or killed on the road.
Deaths from motor vehicle crashes are near their all-time low. CDC data have helped states implement primary seat belt laws, child safety seat legislation, and safer licensing laws for young drivers. Thirty-nine states now have laws for mandatory use of ignition interlock systems after a first conviction of driving under the influence.
Motor vehicle crashes are the number one killer of teenagers. CDC is helping parents play a key role in keeping their teens safe on the road through the Parents Are the Key campaign, which provides tools and proven steps to reduce teen driving injuries and deaths.