It’s impossible to have a holiday without talking accident statistics — but many can be avoided, especially if drinking and driving don’t mix.
As it does for other major holidays, AAA is joining forces with Bud Light to offer Tow to Go anytime between Wednesday and Saturday this holiday weekend. The service, which transports both a driver and his or her vehicle home or somewhere safe within 10 miles, is free to those who would otherwise drive drunk, whether they are members of AAA or not.
“It’s unsettling that we still have a significant number of people that have never used a designated driver when they are drinking away from home,” said Gerry Gutowski, senior vice president of automotive services for AAA, in a release. “With so many travelers this holiday weekend, it’s more important than ever to plan ahead and celebrate safely.”
Since its inception in 1998, Tow to Go has safely removed 23,000 impaired drivers from the roads. The service is designed to be used as a last resort, and is offered based on the availability of AAA drivers and tow trucks during times of high call volume.
Anheuser-Busch Wholesalers have been cosponsors of the programs once its inception, and has worked with local bars and restaurants throughout Florida and other states to help educate servers on the importance of not over-serving customers, according to a release.
To use the Tow to Go service over the holiday weekend, call (855) 286-9246.
