On July 31, 2002, the Highway Patrol will be conducting a speed reduction campaign on sections of I-40, I-85, and I-77 to combat aggressive driving. This will be a continuation of the speed reduction campaigns on the interstate systems. Troopers from surrounding counties will converge on these interstates focusing on the true aggressive driver. The aggressive driver has been identified as those drivers who flagrantly violate the motor vehicle laws, including but not limited to: excessive speeding, following too closely, erratic lane changes, safe movement violations, and other forms of reckless endangerment. Aggressive drivers account for the majority of the traffic collisions that occur on the state roadways. Troopers will work I-40, I-85 and I-77 in and around the following cities: Charlotte, Gastonia, Winston Salem, Mocksville, Concord, Elkin, Statesville, Hickory, Morganton, Asheville, Salisbury, and Lexington. Troopers will be using Camaros, unmarked patrol vehicles, motorcycles, and helicopter units for these campaigns.

For additional information contact one of the Traffic Safety Information Officers below: