The Woodlands Launches Program To Stop Distracted Driving

THE WOODLANDS, TX – The Woodlands Township is challenging residents to put their cellphones and other devices away while they are driving to reduce instances of distracted driving.

The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch has launched a new Tech Free 4 Me Driving Village Challenge. The Village Challenge will run until Oct. 15, 2019, for residents of The Woodlands. However, you'll need the SAFE 2 SAVE mobile app.

SAFE 2 SAVE is a mobile app which encourages users to avoid using their phone while driving. Residents are invited to download the app, enter their Village Code and begin earning points for driving tech-free.

Points accumulated while driving safely can be redeemed for discounted and free items at local and online businesses.

Points earned are also credited to the driver’s village. The village association with the top three point totals will win $1,000, $700 or $300, respectively.

The app is free and available via the App Store and Google Play. For Village Codes, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/neighborhoodwatch and select Village Challenge.

Additionally, residents can enter the code ‘WOODLANDS’ when downloading to earn an instant 500 points.

“Distracted driving is the leading cause of crashes in our community,” said Township Chairman Gordy Bunch. “The SAFE 2 SAVE app builds awareness, rewards good behavior and provides incentives for people to drive tech-free. I’m already using it, as are members of my family. When the family is in the car together, we can all activate the app and earn points for safe driving, whether in the driver’s seat or as a passenger. So not only are we driving safely, but we are also fostering good habits for passengers and engaging in conversation rather than screen time. I encourage our residents to download the app and to challenge their neighbors and friends to do the same. Be sure to visit our local businesses to redeem the discounts and incentives that you earn by participating.”

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