Feds tell New Jersey to discontinue these playful highway safety messages

Quirky highway signs that were designed to raise awareness on road safety have been getting the thumbs-up from motorists in New Jersey. But the feds apparently didn’t approve and reportedly directed them to be switched off.

… Signs reading: “Hold on to your butts—don’t drive high,” “Get your head out of your apps,” and “Nice car. Did it come with a turn signal?” are just a few examples of the 200-plus tongue-in-cheek digital displays from the New Jersey Department of Transportation that debuted last month across the state.

… The signs struck were a hit with drivers, who appreciated the sense of humor. But the signs have gone dark at the instruction of the Federal Highway Administration.

… New Jersey isn’t the only state that’s test-driven these types of signs: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Utah, California, and Tennessee have also tapped into humorous messages.