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Road Ready Foundation

The only thing between you and the road are your tires.

At Road Ready Foundation, our mission is to save lives on our roadways through crash prevention by educating young and experienced drivers on tire safety and roadside safety education. We are committed to doing our part to prevent tragic car crashes, fatalities, and injuries due to unsafe tires and unsafe roadside behavior. Join us in our mission to save lives through awareness, education, and advocacy.

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Our Story

On February 10, 2023, our family and community experienced an unimaginable loss after a tragic car crash. Jackson (our son, brother, and friend) was a passenger in the car and wearing a seatbelt. Although the driver was traveling under the speed limit given the inclement weather that day, the car hydroplaned and collided with an 18- wheeler. The police report indicated that the cause of the hydroplaning and overall crash was due to extremely worn tires with insufficient tread.

Now, more than ever, we are committed to educating ourselves and our community on the importance of tire safety and roadside safety. Through education and tire-specific programs and initiatives, our goal is for more drivers to make informed decisions about tire care and maintenance.

The Three I's

A simple, yet effective, mantra to help drivers remember the key steps in tire safety and roadside safety.

The only thing between you and the road are your tires.

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Inspect

Regular tire inspections help identify potential issues such as wear, damage, and irregularities. This includes tread depth, proper tire inflation, sidewall and valve stem inspection, wheel alignment, and more.

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Inflate

Proper inflation ensures optimal driving performance, fuel efficiency, and safety. Air pressure needs to be adjusted regularly based on the manufacturer's recommended specifications. Adequate tire pressure ensures safe vehicle handling and traction, optimal braking performance, and helps prevent tire blowouts.

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Install

Proper installation enhances optimal performance, and timely replacement of worn or damaged tires ensures overall safety.

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Join the Journey

Interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteer?

Participate in Road Ready Foundation's Activities

February 6

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GOHS 2026 Youth and Young Adult Conference February 6-7

February 6, 2026

75 Beachview Dr N

Jekyll Island, GA 31527

This bi-annual conference brings together high school and college students, educators, peer leaders, and traffic safety advocates from across the state to engage in meaningful conversations and interactive sessions focused on youth empowerment and safe driving practices. Your expertise in traffic safety would be a valuable addition to our conference agenda.

February 14

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Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL

February 14, 2026

Road Ready Foundation and Slimp Racing will be debuting their new car #90, wrapped in Road Ready Foundation, with up and coming professional NASCAR racer Wesley Slimp at the wheel. Check us out at the General Tire 200 on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

March 8

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Caffeine & Octane, Kennesaw, GA

March 8, 2026

Road Ready Foundation has partnered with Butler Tires & Wheels, showcasing tire tread tool giveaways and tire safety education material to the thousands of show attendees. Supported by GOHS.

March 12

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 Valdosta State University's Safe Spring Break Fair, Valdosta, GA- 11am to 3pm

March 12, 2026

11:00 am

Road Ready Foundation will be conducting hands-on exhibiting on Jackson's old stomping grounds, teaching hundreds of VSU students the importance of tire safety! Supported by GOHS.

April 16

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Newton College & Career Academy Tools & Trade Expo, Covington, GA

April 16, 2026

Road Ready Foundation is partnering with Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) and conducting hands-on exhibiting to over 1500 students on the importance of tire safety. Supported by GOHS.

April 18

Logo for 2026 Baltimore Maryland Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety April 19-21 with crab and flower design

Lifesavers Conference 2026, Baltimore, MD - 4/18/2026- 4/21/2026

April 18, 2026

Road Ready Foundation will be attending and exhibiting at the nation's largest safety conference, sharing with industry and national leaders on why tire safety needs to be top of mind when it comes to saving more lives on our roadways,Supported by GOHS.

May 5

Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) Spring Conference, St. Louis, MO - 5/5/2026 -5/7/2026

May 5, 2026

Our President Alex Bebiak will be attending and speaking on tire safety education and new tire standards for the US at the Hunter Engineering Headquarters in St. Louis..Supported by the Safe Tread Alliance.

November 15

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MADD and Atlanta Track Club 5k

November 15, 2025

8:00 am

1 AMB Drive

Atlanta, GA 30313

November 3

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SEMA Show

November 3, 2025

3150 Paradise Rd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

October 25

National Teen Driver Safety Week event Just Drive on October 25, 2025, promoting safe driving habits at Mall of Georgia.

Just Drive with AAA

October 25, 2025

11:00 am

3333 Buford Drive

Buford, GA 30519

August 23

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Live on the radio with WAOK 1380AM on Saturday, 8/23 from 1030am to 12 pm

August 23, 2025

10:30 am

We will be live on the radio with WAOK 1380AM on Saturday, 8/23, from 1030 am to 12 pm, talking about Teen Driver Safety Week!

August 23

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Governors Highway Safety Association 2025 Annual Meeting

August 23, 2025

600 Commonwealth Pl

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

August 23 - 27, 2025

August 11

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GOHS's 2025 Georgia Highway Safety Conference

August 11, 2025

2 W Bay St

Savannah, GA 31401

August 8

Flyer for 2nd Annual Jackson Charles Bebiak Scholarship Braves Fundraiser at Truist Park on August 8th with ticket info.

Phi Sigma Kappa's 2nd Annual Jackson Charles Bebiak Scholarship Fundraiser

August 8, 2025

7:15 pm

755 Battery Ave

Atlanta, GA 30339

August 4

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Ohio Tire & Automotive Association Annual Golf Event

August 4, 2025

11:00 am

8715 Muirfield Dr

Dublin, OH 43017

July 19

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Monroe County Sheriff's Office Teen Driving Camp (sponsored by AAA)

July 19, 2025

8:00 am

1000 Indian Springs Drive

Forsyth, GA

April 26

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Brakes' Teen Pro-Active Driving School

April 26, 2025

8:00 am

April 1

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AAA Distraction Action Forum

April 1, 2025

9:00 am

3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd

Cumming, GA 30041

Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College

March 9

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Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety

March 9, 2025

11:00 am

300 E Ocean Blvd

Long Beach, CA 90802

March 9th - 11th

Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center

Long Beach, CA

November 3

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Caffeine and Octane
November 3rd

November 3, 2024

9:00 am

400 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Free Admission!

October 26

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Just Drive
hosted by AAA

October 26, 2024

11:00 am

125 Milton Avenue

Alpharetta, GA 300009

Fulton County Innovation Academy
Oct 26th
11 A.M. - 3 P.M.

October 6

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Caffeine and Octane
October 6th

October 6, 2024

9:00 am

400 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Free Admission!

September 1

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Caffeine and Octane
September 1st

September 1, 2024

9:00 am

400 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Free Admission!

July 7

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Caffeine and Octane
July 7th

July 7, 2024

9:00 am

400 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Free Admission!

June 2

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Caffeine and Octane
June 2nd

June 2, 2024

9:00 am

400 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Free Admission!

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Good Tires

  • Sufficient tread depth for traction
  • Properly inflated for fuel efficiency and handling
  • Made of high-quality materials and well-maintained
  • Balanced and aligned wheel assembly
  • Strong and durable construction for safety
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Bad Tires

  • Worn tread, increasing hydroplaning risk
  • Underinflated or overinflated, leading to issues
  • Old, damaged, or poorly maintained
  • Misaligned or unbalanced, causing issues
  • Weak or damaged components, increasing risks

35%
of vehicle fault crashes are related to tire issues

Highway Traffic Safety Administration

4 in 10
teenagers are driving on unsafe tires

Michelin

43%
of teens have never checked their tire tread depth

Michelin

32%
of teens have never checked their tire pressure

Michelin

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Support Our Cause

Help support tire safety and roadside safety for all!

Donate today to play a key role in keeping tire safety and roadside safety a top priority in our community. By supporting this cause, you're helping protect your loved ones and everyone who shares the road. Together, we can ensure safer journeys and stronger communities. Support tire safety and roadside safety for all and help make a real difference!

Join the Journey