MAY IS MOTORCYCLE SAFETY MONTH

Our Vision

All North Carolinians getting where they are going safely.

While North Carolina has a dynamic community of issue-specific transportation safety advocates, what was missing was one organization with expertise in conducting high-impact public communications efforts, providing effective grassroots and grasstops citizen engagement, and serving to champion public policies that promote better behaviors to combat perils to safety across all forms and manner of transportation.

The North Carolina Alliance for Safe Transportation (NCAST) was created to be that organization, with one goal in mind: reduce the number of transportation-related crashes, injuries and fatalities in North Carolina.

Our Mission

To drive behaviors that promote and encourage safe use of North Carolina’s transportation network.

Throughout the month of May, local communities are celebrating the 13th annual National Bike & Roll to School Day! This is a celebration highlighting the importance of safe, active transportation to school and promoting accessible spaces for all active trips.

These events come in all sizes, for children of all abilities to learn safe and healthy habits together. They’re an easy way for students and families to try – they might be surprised at how little time it takes and how much everyone enjoys it!

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News & Initiatives

Congratulations to our 2025 Sweethearts of Safety Award winners!

Our second annual Sweethearts of Safety Awards Luncheon in Raleigh honored exceptional leaders who have dedicated their time to making travel in North Carolina safer for everyone.

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Hispanic Outreach

NCAST, in partnership with GHSP, has launched a Hispanic community-focused traffic safety awareness campaign across North Carolina. Click below to see the total campaign of print ads and radio commercials!

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Funding for Wildlife Crossings

Wildlife crashes cost over $10 billion and kill over 200 people in the U.S. every year. Wildlife crossings are a cost-effective solution that helps animals cross roads safely
and protects drivers from collisions.

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MAY SPOTLIGHT:

LOOK TWICE, AND SHARE THE ROAD.

May is Motorcycle Safety Month. Motorists should be aware more than half of fatal motorcycle crashes result from collisions with other vehicles. Drivers simply don’t see the motorcycle or misjudge its distance and speed. Their smaller profile can make them appear farther away then they actually are. This combined with congested roadways and distracted driving leads to many preventable fatalities and injuries each year.

When getting ready to ride, always wear a quality, DOT- or Snell-Approved helmet along with other appropriate safety clothing. Remember to inspect your bike and gear before climbing on, and once you’re rolling – ride defensively!

Be aware of the blind spots of nearby drivers, give yourself extra space when you can, and always obey traffic laws and regulations.