Cheers To 30 Years: MillerCoors Celebrates Three Decades Of Drunk Driving Prevention Program

From MillerCoors:

CHICAGO, IL Dec. 14, 2017 In celebration of the 30^th year of the Free Rides program, MillerCoors is once again helping consumers enjoy New Year’s Eve in Chicago; Dallas; Denver; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN; and Phoenix. Since its inception, the Free Rides program has provided more than 5.5 million people with free, alternative transportation options, across 26 communities.

“As a company, MillerCoors is proud of the awareness it’s built through the Free Rides Program in asking consumers to enjoy the holidays responsibly for 30 years,” said Diane Wagner, alcohol responsibility manager for MillerCoors. “Not only is MillerCoors encouraging consumers to plan ahead, but it is also providing free and discounted options for a safe ride home.”

Through continued partnerships with local transit companies and distributors, the Free Rides program provides residents and visitors with safe and free transportation alternatives during the holidays and local events. The program has earned the support of state and local law enforcement agencies in the markets where Free Rides are offered. In addition to Free Rides on public transportation, MillerCoors has partnered with Uber since 2015 to offer consumers discounted rides in more than 100 markets.

“MillerCoors Free Rides program has been an integral part in the fight against drunk driving in cities across the country,” said Chuck Canterbury, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police. “Its investment in impaired driving prevention helps thousands of people enjoy New Year’s Eve safely and responsibly.”

MillerCoors aims to implement impactful programs to prevent drunk driving in every market where beer is sold as part of the 2025 Global Goals MillerCoors developed in partnership with Molson Coors. Designated driver and safe ride programs like New Year’s Eve Free Rides are critical components of meeting these goals.

For more information, visit MillerLiteFreeRides.com or CoorsLightFreeRides.com.

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Through its diverse collection of storied breweries, MillerCoors brings American beer drinkers an unmatched selection of the highest quality beers, flavored malt beverages and ciders, steeped in centuries of brewing heritage. Miller Brewing Company and Coors Brewing Company brew national favorites such as Miller Lite, Miller High Life, Coors Light and Coors Banquet. MillerCoors also proudly offers beers such as Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy from sixth-generation Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company, and Blue Moon Belgian White from modern craft pioneer Blue Moon Brewing Company, founded in 1995. Beyond beer, MillerCoors operates Crispin Cider Company, an artisanal maker of pear and apple ciders using fresh-pressed American juice, and offers pioneering brands such as the Redd’s franchise, Smith & Forge Hard Cider and Henry’s Hard Sodas. Tenth and Blake Beer Company, our craft and import division, is the home to craft brewers Hop Valley Brewing, Revolver Brewing, Saint Archer Brewing Company and the Terrapin Beer Company. Tenth and Blake also imports world-renowned beers such as Italy’s Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the Czech Republic’s Pilsner Urquell and the Netherlands’ Grolsch. MillerCoors, the U.S. business unit of the Molson Coors Brewing Company, has an uncompromising dedication to quality, a keen focus on innovation and a deep commitment to sustainability. Learn more at MillerCoors.com, at facebook.com/MillerCoors or on Twitter at @MillerCoors.