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More than a third of young drivers reported recently using a smartphone while driving, with about half reporting regularly texting while behind the wheel, despite being aware of the risks, new research has revealed.

Survey reveals risks young drivers are taking behind the wheel

More than a third of young drivers reported recently using a smartphone while driving, with about half reporting  regularly texting while behind the wheel,...
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports (CR) has released an updated list of suggested vehicles for teens.

Safest vehicles for teens revealed

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Uber teamed up in April for a new campaign to prevent impaired driving and save lives during Alcohol Awareness Month.

Madd and Uber partner to launch lifesaving campaign

April is Hot Car Death Prevention month in Florida, aimed at highlighting the dangers of leaving children, pets, and vulnerable adults unattended in vehicles.

Motorists urged to ‘look before you lock’ as Hot Car Death...

Funding to the tune of $75,000 is being made available to keep young people safe in Missouri, Oregon and Washington while walking, biking or riding scooters.

Grants awarded to keep young people safe on the road

“Life is full of choices. Some easy. Some more difficult” - that’s the tagline used in ANCAP SAFETY’s new advertising campaign calling on all Australians to choose safety when it comes to their vehicles.

New campaign calls for drivers in Australia to choose safety

MOTORCYCLES

Colorado recorded its highest ever number of motorcycle deaths last year, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has said.

Colorado motorcycle deaths rise 57% in 10 years

Colorado recorded its highest ever number of motorcycle deaths last year, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has said. The organization revealed 165 motorcyclists were...
As longer evenings and warmer weather signal the start of the peak motorcycling season, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging road users in Ireland to take heightened precautions.

Motorcycle safety warning as hospital data reveals concerning injury trends

A 60-page guide called ‘Motorcycling the New England’ has been produced by Transport for New South Wales with the aim to raise awareness around motorcycle safety and improve rider experiences in the region.

Keeping motorcyclists safer in New South Wales

Experts from across Australia are gathering in Sydney this month for a Motorcyle Safety Roundtable after the number of motorcyclists dying on New South Wales roads hit a 10-year high.

‘Alarming rise’ in motorcyclist deaths in Australia to be addressed at...

A prize-winning motorcycle safety project in Scotland will be shared with road safety partners around the globe.

Motorcycle safety scheme goes global

More than 20,000 motorcyclists who died in crashes in the US since the mid-1970s would have survived if stronger helmet laws had been in place, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Lax helmet laws have killed more than 20,000 motorcyclists, study shows

DRIVING FOR WORK

A new report has been published highlighting insights and strategies for expanding truck parking in the US at public rest areas.

New study looks at expanding truck parking in the US

A new report has been published highlighting insights and strategies for expanding truck parking in the US at public rest areas. The American Transportation Research...
In partnership with INRIX, a traffic analytics company, Drivewyze by Fleetworthy has continued expanding its Smart Roadways service in 2024 in America.

Smart Roadways “slowdown alerts” nearly doubles in size in 2024

In partnership with INRIX, a traffic analytics company, Drivewyze by Fleetworthy has continued expanding its Smart Roadways service in 2024 in America. Last year, Smart...
The American Transportation Research Institute has revealed the country’s top 100 truck bottlenecks.

Annual list of top 100 truck bottlenecks revealed

The American Transportation Research Institute has revealed the country’s top 100 truck bottlenecks. The 14th annual list, highlighting the most congested bottlenecks for trucks in...
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