A Free Gift That Could Save Your Mate's Life - TAC

22 Dec 2010

MEDIA RELEASE: 22 December 2010

Looking for a last-minute Christmas present for the special someone in your life?

Why not download a designated driver gift voucher and save your mate's life this holiday season!

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has developed four quirky gift vouchers which can be passed around to anyone, of any age.

The gift vouchers, available at www.tac.vic.gov.au, entitles your loved one to a lift home by you, their designated driver from a celebration this festive season.

TAC Road Safety and Marketing Senior Manager, John Thompson, said giving one of these gift vouchers to a friend is potentially a life-saving gift.

"It is the season for partying, and you can do your bit to make sure your mate is around to party again next year, and the year after that, and the year after that," Mr Thompson said.

"Don't be a bloody idiot, get a designated driver and drive safely this Christmas."

Victoria Police have already breath-tested more than 300,000 motorists this season and are vowing to breath test a further 700,000 before the New Year.

"There are 3000 police on the roads, so just don't risk it," Mr Thompson said.

"We want everyone to enjoy the holidays and celebrate accordingly, but your mate's life is in your hands, so plan your trip home before the party starts."

For further information please contact: Sarah Campbell on 0429 294 262.