UC San Diego TREDS

06/03/2026

🚛 New Training Now Available: Safe Haul: Navigating U.S. Regulations for CMV Drivers!

We are excited to announce the launch of Safe Haul, a free online training designed to help drivers stay current on U.S. CMV regulations and support safe driving practices.

Developed by UC San Diego TREDS with funding from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the self-paced course includes practical, interactive training on topics such as commercial licensing, hours of service, fatigue, speeding, distracted driving, and more.

Registration is now open: https://bit.ly/4u1PEAB

*Spanish and French-Canadian versions coming soon*

We are grateful for the support of our partners, including the California Trucking Association, American Trucking Associations, Michigan State Police, and California Highway Patrol.

04/15/2026

❌ Talking on a hands-free phone can increase crash risk by up to 4x—the same as talking on a handheld phone.

Hands-free isn’t risk-free.

Even if your hands are on the wheel, your mind is on the conversation. That’s called cognitive distraction—and it can slow reaction time, reduce awareness, and cause you to miss what’s happening on the road.

Stay focused. Stay safe. 🚗

Want to learn more?
Take our free Train-the-Trainer program, “Just Drive – Take Action Against Distraction”:
https://tredslms.ucsd.edu/learn/register/train-the-trainers

Go Safely CA

04/07/2026

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

In 2024, distracted driving killed 3,208 people in the U.S.—that’s 3,208 too many.

Distraction isn’t just texting. It’s using your phone for GPS, calls, social media, and more. At 55 mph, just five seconds of inattention is like driving the length of a football field blindfolded.

Take action: explore The Distraction Zone, an Emmy®-winning, self-paced course designed to help you stay focused behind the wheel: https://tredslms.ucsd.edu/distraction-zone

04/02/2026

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month!!! When drivers take their eyes off the road, even for a few seconds, lives can change forever. We’re reminding our community that safety starts with each of us. Put the phone down, limit distractions, and help people get home safely.

03/24/2026

Take a break from the March Madness and join us on March 31 at 4:30PM for our first ever online HOAPOF Traffic Safety Training for Native American Youth ages 16-24 (everyone is welcome)! Scan the QR code below or click on this link to register -
https://bit.ly/HOAPOF-Training
There are great incentives for signing up early as well as attending.

Traffic Safety for Native American Youth

03/04/2026

https://youtu.be/JTLdb9Zyww4
If you missed our webinar last week, you can now watch it in its entirety on YouTube! Be sure to check out the contact information on the final slide to schedule your next Traffic Safety Training for Native American youth.

02/12/2026

Please join us on 2-25-26 to learn more about this amazing collaboration with the San Diego Native Community, UCSD TREDS, and OTS. Select the link to register today - https://bit.ly/HOAPOF

TREDS: Transportation Research and Education for Driving Safety

02/11/2026

Safer roads start with informed drivers. "Safe Haul" is hitting the road Spring 2026! A FREE online training built to help CMV drivers navigate U.S. regulations and drive safely mile after mile.

Follow us for updates and be the first to know when registration opens!

02/04/2026

01/29/2026

When you see flashing lights on the roadside, slow down and MOVE OVER! 🚨❄️

Giving first responders space is even more critical in snow and icy conditions — it keeps everyone safe. Slow down, change lanes if you can, and stay alert.