NEW CASTLE:

HAIL A CAB/SEDAN TIPS

Tipping: Cabbies & Sedan Services are in the service industry –  and drivers, like most service workers — depend largely on gratuities for income. Think as you would a waiter in a restaurant: 15% for expected service, 20% for a great experience and down to 10% for something well less than wonderful. Add $1 per bag that the driver helps you with and $2 per bag for any that are very heavy.

Have your directions ready: You’ve hired a taxi/sedan service, not a field guide. Although many drivers will be familiar with all parts of the area they serve, inevitably there will be gaps in a cabbie’s knowledge. Try to know the major streets of your route or at least a major landmark that the driver will know near your ultimate destination.

Report Drunk Drivers, there’s an APP for that: New SaferRide app aims to keep drunk drivers off our roadways.  http://1.usa.gov/13CVoGy ‪#‎DriveSober‬

DUI CHECKPOINTS

Be aware that enforcement is statewide and ongoing from now through the end of the year. Enforcement includes sobriety checkpoints and overtime patrols looking for speeding and impaired drivers, as well as anyone who is not properly secured in a seat belt. Remember to give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination, never drive impaired, and always buckle up.

Preventing impaired driving crashes is a shared responsibility. Everyone can do their part to save a life.

 #ARRIVEALIVEDE

The Delaware OHS’s 2014 DUI campaign highlights that not all DUIs are a criminal act. Take Dialing Under the Influence, for example – Yep, It can get awkward, but it’s not against the law. Dancing Under the Influence – sure it’s not pretty, but it’s also not against the law either. Driving Under the Influence, on the other hand—that’s illegal, and not worth the risk. Every week. Everywhere—checkpoints are waiting.

TEXT CHECKPOINT to 99000

For a list of where DUI Checkpoints will be in your area, text CHECKPOINT to 99000 – within seconds you’ll receive a Welcome Message. New updates are sent every Thursday.  For more up-to-the-minute info, visit www.DUIRealTime.com This site tracks real-time the number DUI arrests (3,992 as of 12/30) and DUI fatalities(58 as of 12/30) in Delaware or visit  www.facebook.com/ArriveAliveDE. The Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is committed to developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries on our Delaware highways.

HOLIDAY MOCKTAILS

Hosting a NYE party? Offer guests Holiday Mocktails to encourage responsible party planning. Mocktails are non-alcoholic party punch and smart party snacks. Take a peek at the Delaware Office of Highway Safety’s Safe and Sober Party Guide for mocktail recipes and party planning tips. Mocktail books are always free of charge and available online. Check out this Holiday Season Guide at  http://ohs.delaware.gov/pdfs/2013/mocktail/Safe-Sober_MocktailUpdate_HolidaySeason.pdf