About The DriveSafe Initiative

Teen driving doesn’t just need better training—it needs better decision-making support after the keys are handed over.

The DriveSafe Initiative (DSI) was created to address the real reason teens are involved in serious crashes: choices made behind the wheel. While most safety programs end once a teen passes their driving test, risk doesn’t.
DSI focuses on what happens after licensure, when independence, distraction, peer influence, and developing judgment collide on real roads.

Our approach blends technology, ongoing education, and parental involvement to help teens build safer driving habits that last.

The DriveSafe Initiative provides real-time feedback when risky behavior occurs behind the wheel, encouraging safer decisions in the moment. When unsafe behavior continues, parents are looped in—turning incidents into coaching opportunities rather than punishments. This is reinforced through short, ongoing learning designed to strengthen awareness, judgment, and accountability over time.

Why DSI Matters

Motor vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of death for teens over 16, and research consistently shows most crashes stem from judgment errors—not lack of driving skill. Adolescents are still developing impulse control and risk assessment, particularly in high-pressure or social situations.

DSI is built around this reality, helping teens rethink the “if/then” decisions they make behind the wheel before risky behavior leads to serious consequences.

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Our Founders

Adam Wallingford, Founder and CEO of The DriveSafe Initiative

Adam Wallingford

Founder & CEO

Adam is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The DriveSafe Initiative (DSI). Before starting DSI, Adam spent 10 years as a diplomat with the U.S. Department of State. For four of years, he served as the Driving Safety Program Administrator in Maputo, Mozambique, where he directed the DriveCam Safety Program for the U.S. Mission. Mozambique is one of the most dangerous countries to drive in the world.

In 2020, Adam returned to Nebraska and operated three delivery businesses, employing over 100 drivers for Amazon, FedEx, and OnTrac Logistics. He implemented AI camera technology in these businesses and saw firsthand the impact it had on driver behavior.

As his children approached driving age, Adam realized the most effective safety technology should focus on the best drivers, not just the riskiest ones. This insight led him to found the DriveSafe Initiative in 2025.

Tony Wilsman, CTO of The DriveSafe Initiative
CTO

Tony Wilsman

Tony is the Chief Technology Officer for The DriveSafe Initiative. He also works as Principal Software Engineer at Don’t Panic Labs, where he develops world-class software products for both major companies and startups.

Previously, he served as CTO for 919 Marketing and Ceralytics. At Ceralytics, Tony developed a content technology platform that was later acquired by 919 Marketing in 2021.

With extensive experience building his own products and leading startups, Tony brings the technical expertise and entrepreneurial insight needed to make the DriveSafe Initiative successful.

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In development—Launching Summer 2026!

In development—Launching Summer 2026

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In development—Launching Summer 2026! In development—Launching Summer 2026 〰️

Where We Are Now

The DriveSafe Initiative is currently in development, with a planned launch in Summer 2026. Our focus is on building strong, mission-aligned partnerships to ensure a responsible, high-impact rollout.

Looking Ahead

DriveSafe isn’t about surveillance. It’s about support—giving teens guidance when it matters most and empowering parents and partners to play an active role in safer outcomes.

If you’re interested in partnering with us as we move toward our Summer 2026 launch, we’d love to start the conversation.

Contact us today to learn more.

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