Distracted driving is a dangerous epidemic on America's roadways. In 2009 alone, nearly 5,500 people were killed and 450,000 more were injured in...
Briefing Room
Introducing the redesigned www.dot.gov
Your online gateway to American transportation
What is NextGen?
We're undertaking the largest transformation of air traffic control ever attempted, while thousands of planes and millions of passengers continue to fly safely.
One Text or Call Could Wreck It All
We are focused on stemming this alarming and widespread hazard on our roads
What is DOT Working On?
DOT has rulemakings across all modes of transportation - from unmanned aircraft to nearly silent electric cars that still keep pedestrians with visual impairments safer.
Featured Social Media Accounts
The free SaferBus app allow users can easily access a bus company’s safety performance record, file a complaint and more from a mobile device.