To participate in the art contest, send a scan (or picture) of the artwork and the following information to trafficsafety@ncsu.edu:

1. Child’s age and grade level

2. Child’s school name

3. Home zipcode

4. Parent or guardian contact information (email preferred)

Secure Your Load

1. Make sure everything in your vehicle is tied down. Use straps, twine, bungee cords, netting or rope. Be sure to tie larger items directly to your vehicle.
2. Keep your items covered with tarps, nets or covers to keep smaller items from flying out.
3. Don’t overload your vehicle. Your vehicle’s load shouldn’t go above the level of your truck or trailer and all items should be covered to keep them stable.

North Carolina law requires that all materials being transported in a motor vehicle are securely tied down. Failure to properly secure items can result in a $2,000 fine and a point on your driver’s license.

If you are carrying loose items, take the time to properly secure your load.