Sallas Auto Repair Urges Smart Choices While Driving Home New Years Eve

Dec. 31, 2011 - PRLog -- Although New Years Eve is a favorite holiday among many who enjoy ringing in the New Year, it can also be one of the most dangerous nights to drive. A recent study conducted by SADD and Liberty Mutual earlier this month stated more teens drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol on New Years Eve than any other holiday. It’s important for both those who are drinking, as well as those who stay sober, to take extreme caution while driving on New Years Eve.

“The number of accidents and fatalities that come from poor driving choices is startling, and especially when drugs or alcohol is involved,” said Nick Sallas, owner of http://www.sallasauto.com and advocate of safe driving. “Travel safe this holiday – whether that means planning a careful route home or having a designated driver.”

Sober Driving on New Years Eve
Even if you bypass consuming alcohol on New Years Eve, you may still be at risk of an accident while traveling home. While all are encouraged to have a designated driver, statistically, not everyone chooses to drive smart. If you plan to be out late on New Years Eve and drive home, make sure you are fully alert so that you can react quickly to any strange behavior from other drivers on the road. In addition, take curves on small roads carefully and stay on larger highways that tend to be well-lit and more populated with other drivers.

“If you notice a drunk driver, call 911 immediately. Also, slow down and avoid driving anywhere near them, as their behavior may be unpredictable,” said Sallas.

Designated Drivers in Kansas City
For those in Kansas City who plan to celebrate with alcohol at a New Years Eve party, make sure to plan ahead so that you don’t put yourself and others at risk when traveling home. Limit your alcohol consumption and leave enough time between your last drink and your departure time. According to AAA.com, it takes your body “one hour to metabolize the alcohol from a 12-ounce beer, shot, or one 6-ounce glass of wine.”

If you know ahead of time that you may need a designated driver or safe ride home, here are several Kansas City, MO designated driving services:  

Designated Driver Online (http://www.designateddriveronline.com) (913) 663-5555

ScooterCrew (http://www.scootercrewusa.com/index.html) (816) 994-2623

Checker Cabs (http://www.checkerkc.com) (816) 444-4444

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Sallas Auto Repair is located in Kansas City, MO and specializes in 52-point vehicle inspections with every oil change. For more information about auto repair in Kansas City, MO or Overland Park, KS visit http://www.sallasauto.com.