Polk Transportation and Planning Organization: Pledge to Slow Down

Info graphic comparing the stopping distance of 75 feet at 30 mph to 175 feet at 50 mph. Give yourself time to see and stop for bicyclists, walkers and other vehicles.

Info graphic showing the risk of death or serious injury in a crash doubles each time a vehicle traveling 50 mph increases its speed by 10 mph.

Info graphic showing 8 out of 10 pedestrians survive when hit by a vehicle traveling at 30 mph. Whereas, only 2 out of 10 pedestrians survive when hit by a vehicle traveling at 50 mph.