ND Sober Ride, a Vision Zero program aimed at reducing impaired driving in North Dakota, is marking its fifth anniversary by expanding its discounted ride offerings for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday. The North Dakota Department of Transportation announced on Mar. 10 that $10 ride vouchers will be available through both Lyft and Uber from March 13 to 17, or while codes last.
The initiative seeks to make it easier for residents to plan ahead and avoid driving under the influence during one of the year’s most celebrated holidays. Karin Mongeon, Director of the NDDOT Highway Safety Division, said, “ND Sober Ride has helped thousands of North Dakotans get home safely over the past five years. By expanding ride options, we’re making it easier for people to plan ahead and choose a sober ride.”
Vision Zero encourages individuals to save their voucher in their preferred app before consuming alcohol or other impairing substances. Vouchers can be accessed via QR codes, an Uber voucher link, or a Lyft ride code on VisionZero.ND.gov. Each code is unique to the campaign and can only be used once per user.
Discount codes have been provided by AAA – The Auto Club Group since ND Sober Ride began five years ago. Businesses or organizations interested in supporting the program are invited to contact jubailey@nd.gov for sponsorship opportunities.
The North Dakota Department of Transportation manages eight district offices across the state for roadway maintenance, construction oversight, and administrative services, according to the official website according to the official website. The department aims to facilitate safe transport of people and goods while advancing safe travel, quality service, and economic progress according to the official website. Executive leadership includes a director and deputy directors who oversee engineering, administration, planning, and driver services per the official website.
The department also provides vehicle registration and driver licensing services while maintaining more than 8,500 miles of roadways and 4,900 bridges per the official website. As a state agency responsible for developing and operating North Dakota’s surface transportation system according to the official website, NDDOT continues efforts like ND Sober Ride as part of its commitment to public safety.
