NCAST Teen Safe Driving Ambassadors– Don’t Forget To Complete Your Final Project To Be Eligible For A $1000 Scholarship!

Stay Alive For The Next Ride.

May Is Motorcycle Safety Month.
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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.

On May 6th, local communities are celebrating the 14th 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!

IN THE NEWS

As seen on: WSOC-TV
NCAST Executive Director Joe Stewart describes our Candidates for Safe Driving campaign, and reminds viewers to put the phone down and stay focused on the road.
As seen on: Spectrum News

Teen Ambassador Trey Laurore explains why it’s important to him to make sure his friends and classmates understand the basics of being safe behind the wheel …

Stay up to Speed on Travel Safety

Our free monthly email newsletter provides a quick review of the latest traffic safety news and events— both in North Carolina and from across the country…

Events & Initiatives

2026 Sweethearts of Safety
Our 4th annual Sweethearts of Safety Awards Luncheon in Raleigh honored exceptional leaders who have dedicated their time to making travel in North Carolina safer.
NCAST Highlight Reel

Watch to learn about our mission and how we make an impact—promoting safe driving habits, saving lives, and reducing traffic-related injuries in NC…

Funding for Wildlife Crossings

Wildlife crashes cost over $10 billion and 200 lives in the U.S. every year. Wildlife crossings are a cost-effective solution that help protect animals drivers from collisions…

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.

Stay safe and enjoy the ride.

To learn more about Motorcycle Safety, visit this link…

LINKS & RESOURCES

This section provides teens and their parents/guardians with driving safety information from trusted sources.

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Insurance Agents Dedicated To Safe Driving In NC

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The Safest New And Used Vehicles For Teen Drivers

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UNC HSRC’s Center For The Study Of Young Drivers

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Safe Driving Tips For Teens And Their Parents

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A Comprehensive Strategic Guide To Safer Teen Driving

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Injury Prevention And Control: A Guide To Teen Driving

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Teen Drivers:
Start the Conversation

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The Biggest Threat To Your Teen Is Sitting In Your Driveway

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Evidence-Based Education To Stop The Number One Killer Of Teens

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Learn About The StreetSafe Lifesaving Driving Experience

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A Conversation Starter On Reducing Distracted Driving Risk For Teens

What’s Happening

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Joe
Stewart

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Independent Insurance
Agents of North Carolina
RALEIGH

Tiffany
Wright

CHAIR
Dir., Carolinas Public Affairs
AAA – The Auto Club Group
CHARLOTTE

John
Hardin

SECRETARY/TREASURER
Insurance Federation
of North Carolina
RALEIGH

Susan Evans
MD, MBA, FACHE

MEMBER
Chief of Surgical Critical Care
Atrium Health
CHARLOTTE

Col. Michael w.
Gilchrist

MEMBER
NCSHP (Retired)
Consultant MGI, Inc.
RALEIGH

Peg
O’Connell

MEMBER
Healthcare
Consultant
RALEIGH

Rick
Pierce

MEMBER
National General
Insurance
WINSTON-SALEM

Holly
Reston

MEMBER
North Carolina Farm Bureau
Mutual Insurance Company
RALEIGH

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