Connecticut: Driving Innovation to End Drunk Driving
In 2023, Connecticut became the newest state partner of Driven to Protect, an initiative of the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety (DADSS) Program, which empowers states to join the fight against drunk driving by advancing lifesaving vehicle safety technology.
Under the leadership of Connecticut Department of Transportation’s Office of Highway Safety the Driven to Protect | Connecticut Initiative is testing alcohol-detection technology on its roads and introducing the technology to vehicle owners across the state, encouraging them to consider it as an important safety feature in future vehicles.
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In addition to technological solutions, Connecticut believes in the proven benefits of early education about the dangers of drunk driving. The Driven to Protect | Connecticut Initiative includes STEM-based educational opportunities for students through the Driven to Protect Discovery Hub, our free online education platform, as well as in-classroom experiences for CT schools.
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Drunk driving remains a significant threat to all Connecticut families and road users. According to NHTSA data, there were 127 fatalities due to impaired driving on Connecticut roads in 2022. By launching the Driven to Protect | Connecticut Initiative, Connecticut is demonstrating its commitment to innovative solutions intended to eliminate drunk driving.