Can you believe that Christmas Day is now less than a month away? Unquestionably, the current holiday season is a time for celebration. We’re talking about office parties, festive dinners, charity events and catch-ups with friends in the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley area. But along with the egg nog and good cheer comes an elevated risk of impaired driving. At MyDDride, we encourage you to plan ahead and pre-book your safe ride home.
The risk of drinking and driving increases during the holidays.
When December rolls around, social gatherings become more frequent and so do the cans of beer, glasses of wine and holiday toasts. Unfortunately, this often means more drivers getting behind the wheel after drinking. As reported by Road Safety At Work, in December of 2023, 24,534 crashes were reported to ICBC. That’s an average of nearly 800 per day.
“Winter driving in BC is challenging at the best of times,” notes their website, “The added stress of a busy holiday season can make it even more dangerous…ICBC statistics show that December has had the most crashes of any winter month over the last five years.”
During the holiday season, the incidence of impaired-driving charges and death-causing crashes increase. As a result, roadside checks become more prominent. Put plainly, celebrations + alcohol = a higher chance of driving impaired and being stopped by police.
Pre-booking your ride home is always a smart choice.
Pre-booking a safe ride home eliminates stress, helps you focus on enjoying your evening and ensures you’re covered if you’ve driven to the party. Firstly, it gives you peace of mind. You know a sober driver is ready to get you and your vehicle home safely. Secondly, pre-booking a ride offers you legal and safety protection. Since you drove your car to the event, getting home behind the wheel after drinks becomes risky, both legally and physically.
Booking your safe ride home in advance of your partying also helps you to avoid surprises. Rideshares or taxis might feel like standby options. But if you’ve got your own car and later realize you can’t drive, you’ll want a fail-safe plan. Not to mention, planning ahead demonstrates responsibility. This is especially important for corporate events and staff parties. Your choice signals that transport safety is part of your planning. It reflects well on your organization.
Book your ride home with MyDDride before the date of your celebration.
How can you make the most of our luxury Designated Driver Service during the holiday season? Don’t delay. Call or text us at 604-283-8532 today! You can also visit our Contact page to schedule your designated driver. Tell us about your vehicle, pick-up time or approximate finish time of the event and location in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Langley, Coquitlam or Maple Ridge, among other areas. We’ll be sure to match you with a professional, insured driver who will drive you home in your own vehicle.
Even if you don’t formally pre-book, keep our number handy and treat us as your backup plan. As your holiday calendar fills up, keep one question top of mind: “Who’s driving me home if I’ve driven myself and had a few drinks?” Planning that answer ahead of time is a sign of smart, responsible celebration.
Let MyDDride help you to celebrate the holidays safely and responsibly!