RICHMOND, Va. — With less than a week until Thanksgiving, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Virginia is teaming up with Richmond Ford for its annual holiday safe driving campaign event.
Officials say the holidays are among the most dangerous — and deadliest — periods for drivers due to impaired driving crashes. In fact, one in three fatal crashes in Virginia involves alcohol, according to the Virginia Highway Safety Office.
This holiday season, drivers are being urged to plan ahead for holiday gatherings by designating a sober driver, using a rideshare service, or staying put. For those who volunteer to be the designated driver, officials stress the importance of committing to the role and doing it right…