Scott Borgerson Calls for Safer Roads and Smarter Daily Driving

Veteran Maryland truck driver urges everyday motorists to adopt simple habits that reduce crashes and protect local communities

ESSEX, MA / ACCESS Newswire / December 8, 2025 /After more than twenty years and two million accident free miles, long haul truck driver Scott Borgerson is speaking out about the growing need for safer driving habits among everyday motorists. Drawing from his career across the Mid Atlantic, Borgerson is calling on drivers to slow down, plan ahead, and treat the road with more care.

"We all share the same roads, " Borgerson said. "Success for me has always meant coming home safe at the end of the day. That is something every driver should want for themselves and for the people around them. "

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 42,000 people in the United States died in traffic crashes last year. Speeding contributed to nearly one third of those deaths, and weather related crashes resulted in more than 5,000 fatalities. Borgerson says these numbers show why simple habits matter.

"When I first started, an older driver told me to respect the weather more than the clock, " he said. "I learned that lesson on a frozen bridge in Wilmington. Nothing you are hauling, and nowhere you are going, is worth rushing into danger. "

Borgerson is urging the public to take a more disciplined approach to driving, especially during busy seasons and bad weather. He believes that planning and routine can prevent many common crashes.

He teaches new drivers to check their vehicles at the start of every trip, keep their distance, and avoid rushing when conditions change. "Most people do not see the mental side of driving, " he said. "Staying calm and organized is just as important as knowing how to handle the wheel. "

As a volunteer with Wreaths Across America and the Maryland Food Bank, Borgerson sees firsthand how many families rely on safe travel. He believes responsibility on the road is a form of service to others. "Every load has a purpose, " he said. "Every trip does too. What you carry, where you go, and how you drive affects real people. "

What Drivers Can Do Today
Borgerson encourages Maryland residents and drivers everywhere to take simple steps that make a direct impact:

1. Slow down when weather shifts.
Even light rain increases stopping distance. Snow and ice require extra space.

2. Add a two minute inspection before each drive.
Check lights, wipers, tires, and mirrors. Most breakdowns and accidents link back to small issues.

3. Keep distance on highways.
Following too closely is one of the top causes of multi vehicle crashes.

4. Stay patient with trucks and emergency vehicles.
Large vehicles need more space to stop and turn. Giving them room keeps everyone safer.

5. Plan your route before you go.
"A little planning at home saves stress on the road, " Borgerson said. "It keeps you focused and gives you more control. "

Borgerson hopes that his message will help drivers rethink how they treat the road. With more than twenty years behind the wheel, he believes the path to safer communities begins with individual choices.

"Small habits build a safer trip, " he said. "If more people drove with purpose, we would all get home safer. "

About Scott Borgerson
Scott Borgerson is a veteran long haul truck driver from Essex, Maryland with more than two decades of experience on the road. He has logged over two million accident free miles while hauling freight across the Mid Atlantic and East Coast. Known for his calm approach, strong safety record, and steady work habits, Scott also mentors new drivers and volunteers with community programs like the Maryland Food Bank and Wreaths Across America. He lives in Essex with his family and enjoys restoring classic trucks, fishing on the Chesapeake, and supporting the Baltimore Ravens.

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