Article: Holmes County Males, pickup truck drivers have lowest rate of seat belt use

By NICK SABO

Staff Writer

MILLERSBURG -- Male drivers of passenger trucks have the lowest rate of seat belt usage among drivers in Holmes County, according to a survey conducted by the Holmes County Highway Safety Task Force.

The survey found rates as low as 30 percent among drivers in pickup trucks and SUVs. The study was conducted in October and November at 19 randomly selected sites around the county, according to program assistant Kat Williard. The majority of drivers, and passengers, not belted in were males.

Williard said statistics collected across the nation indicate drivers feel safer in trucks, and the low seat belt usage rates agree with national statistics.

"Generally what the ...

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