New Year’s Eve Car Safety Tips

Now that the holiday chaos has begun to settle, it’s time to toast to a new year ahead. Drivers — this means car safety should be a top concern this weekend. Even if 2022 is gearing up to be another year with COVID-19 stressors, there are still many individuals planning on spending a safe and celebratory New Year’s Eve together. Some might even cancel their festivities altogether.

Dear Everybody,

Cancel your New Year's Eve gathering.

Sincerely,
Everybody

— Nicole Kucine, MD,MS (@PedsHemeDoc) December 27, 2021

No matter which way you decide to commemorate the new year, make sure you keep things safe. Here are a few important New Year’s Eve car safety tips to help you prepare for the ball drop either at home or out with friends.

Welcome 2022 with these New Year’s Eve car safety tips

Although most people are more concerned with where they’ll go on New Year’s Eve, it’s also vital to figure out how you’ll get there. During the holiday season, car accidents rise substantially, which means every driver should prioritize transportation services on one of the biggest nights of the year. Not to mention, it calls for a nicer evening when you don’t have to worry about hopping from one location to the next.

Plan a ride in advance

Don’t wait last minute to secure a designated driver or ride share service. Due to the high demand on this night, you’ll find it more difficult to get from your night out and back home again. Therefore, talk in advance and plan your options with family and friends. If you decide on a designated driver, make sure that person is reliable and well informed on car safety risks during the holiday season.

Hosting a party? Consider guest safety too

If you plan to be the hostess with the mostest this year, remember to keep guest safety a top priority. For instance, if individuals will be drinking at your event, consider offering ride services once the party is over. That way your guests can enjoy the New Year’s Eve gathering without the stress of getting back home. In addition, your guests will be grateful that you kept their best interests in mind.

Other car safety tips for New Year’s Eve

Whether you plan on staying at home this New Year’s Eve or envision a night out with friends, there are other car safety tips to consider around this time. For starters, New Year’s Eve leaves people more susceptible to drunk drivers and negligent driving behaviors. On top of that, you’ll want to make sure your vehicle is well-protected too.

Park your car somewhere safe

• Don’t let car thieves take advantage of you on your big night out. New Year’s Day happens to have some of the most reported car break-ins. Therefore, secure your belongings and park your car in a safe and well-lite parking lot before taking on the evening.
• At-home fireworks are a common occurrence on this night of the year. Make sure your ride is far away from rambunctious NYE parties and safely protected from unexpected sparks.

In conclusion, the team at Headlights Depot wishes everyone a safe and happy New Year’s Eve celebration! We encourage all drivers to plan transportation ahead of time to make the most out of your NYE festivities. That way all drivers will feel a bit safer when welcoming the new year.