 I'm John Wood, proud driver of the No. 21 Air Force Ford in the NASCAR Next-Tuck-Up series. And where I work, safety is my number one concern. As a professional race car driver, you depend on the safety gear to protect you on the job. When I'm driving over 200 miles per hour, I have to be as aware as possible of my surroundings. The race track conditions, the handling of my car, and especially what other drivers around me are doing. Even when I'm not behind the wheel of the No. 21 Air Force Ford, I live by the same safety principles on public streets. Sadly, over 40,000 Americans lose their lives in traffic accidents yearly, and many of those accidents are preventable situations when drivers choose to focus on safety in their surroundings. When you're out on the road, take the same approach as I do on the race track. Be aware of your surroundings. Always buckle up. Stay within the posted speed limits and never, ever drive after drinking, nor ride in a vehicle with someone who has. Take safety seriously. Remember this, each time I get in the No. 21 Air Force Ford, I take the necessary precautions to ensure my safety. Make the same efforts when you get behind the wheel of your own vehicle. Stay safe, stay alive.