Driving simulator makes it’s way to UMES, giving students hands on experience

PRINCESS ANNE- The company, Arrive Alive Tour, made a pit stop at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Tuesday.

They bring a simulator with them that allows participants to drive while distracted, drunk, or drugged. They are the only marijuana driving simulator in the country. We’re told they not only give them the hands on experience, but they also give them a better understanding of the consequences that could arise from driving in these conditions. An Arrive Alive Tour team member tells us being able to partner with universities in this way could help save lives.

“That’s when everyone goes through their phase, they are grown, I do what I want type thing; so like I said once they get the basic information, you can help and make sure everybody who you know follows suit,” Shaquille Hill, with the company’s team management, said.

We’re told the fatal crash rate for teens is three times greater than for drivers age 20 and over and distracted driving is responsible for more than 58% of teen crashes.