“On the 20 th anniversary of a day we will never forget, we are grateful to welcome Dale Earnhardt Jr. I’m honored to be driving this car, and championing Unilever’s United for America program.” 11 is just as relevant now as it was then. “The spirit of unity and togetherness our country felt on Sept. “It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years since that terrible day,” Earnhardt Jr. 8’s blue-and-white paint scheme similarly features four spotlights each representing the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and the Flight 93 Memorial site in Shanksville, Pennsylvania with the axiom “Never Forget” on the lower-rear quarter panel, paying tribute to the brave souls lost during the terror attacks. 11, from dusk to dawn, twin beams extend four miles into the sky above Manhattan, reflecting the shape and orientation of the Twin Towers.

In the spirit of remembrance and reverence, Earnhardt Jr.’s United for America Chevrolet will mirror the 9/11 Memorial and Museum’s Tribute in Light, a powerful tradition that began in 2002 in New York. To recognize the 20 th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, JR Motorsports and long-time partner Unilever will recognize those lost on 9/11, including first responders, with a special United for America paint scheme on his No. will return to competition in the Go Bowling 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Saturday, Sept. Do not rely on hood whistles or other devices designed to scare off deer-studies have shown them to be largely ineffective at minimizing accidents.NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. Some experts recommend that one long blast of the horn will scare deer out of the road. Not to mention, deer are unpredictable, and you could swerve directly into their changed path. Swerving could make you lose control of your vehicle and worsen your situation. If you see a deer, brake firmly and calmly, and stay in your lane. This gives deer plenty of space if your vehicle does startle them, it gives you more time to react if one darts onto the road. On a multi-lane road, the center lane is your safest bet for avoiding a deer collision, as long as your local traffic laws permit it. You may also spot a deer because their eyes will brightly reflect a car’s headlights, making them easier to spot. The yellow diamonds with the deer on it are placed in high-traffic areas for deer.

Slow down and stay alert, especially after dark.įirst, look for the road signs. To add to their terrible timing, deer are on the move during mating season (between October and January) when you’re more likely to travel after the sun sets. Slow down and watch for more deer darting across the road.ĭeer are most active at dusk and dawn: periods when your vision is most compromised. If a deer crosses in front of you, chances are there are more nearby. Here are things you can do while driving during deer season:ĭeer are pack animals, and rarely travel alone. Additionally, deer can also appear suddenly in surprising environments, so they also encourage everyone to be on alert, slow down, and pay attention in areas where they are known to travel.

Officials with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Department of Natural Resource remind motorists to practice safety while on the road.īoth agencies remind drivers to be aware of all surroundings, scan the sides of the road for eye shine, slow down for a deer sighting, and prepare for the unexpected. In 2021, more than 42% of crashes involving deer in Illinois occurred in October, November, and December, with November being the highest-risk month. In Illinois, deer mating season begins in October and runs from rough January, with a peak in the middle of November, according to Wildlife Illinois.īetween the months of October and December, deer become more active, especially at dawn and dusk.

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