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Trucks and buses will have to be designed and manufactured in such a way that the blind spots around the vehicle are significantly reduced. They will also have to be equipped with advanced systems capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists located in close proximity to the vehicle.

Fatigue and distraction warning systems to be mandatory on all new EU cars

Nov 12, 2019

HAMS, which stands for Harnessing AutoMobiles for Safety, was originally conceived as a system to monitor drivers and their driving, with the aim of improving road safety.

Smartphones used instead of instructor for driving tests in India

Nov 12, 2019

The Electra 100% Electric Gritter - thought to be the first vehicle of its kind in the world - is the latest addition to Transport Scotland’s fleet and will be trialled on the Forth Bridges Unit, undertaking winter patrols on the two iconic crossings.

World first as electric gritter prepares for work on Scotland’s roads

Nov 12, 2019

GLOBAL NEWS

But the AAA said some of the self-regulated changes older drivers make like avoiding driving at night, on the freeway, in afternoon rush hour traffic or in unfamiliar areas can be unnecessary and do not always improve safety.

Older drivers urged to address issues of discomfort early

Nov 12, 2019

Drivers with a DDL can show it on their smartphone for proof of identity, proof of age and at roadside police checks.

Driving licence goes digital in New South Wales

Nov 7, 2019

Throughout November and December The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will be educating Floridians and visitors on safe traveling behaviors such as never driving impaired, focusing on driving, and registering Emergency Contact Information (ECI), as part of its Safe Holiday Travel campaign.

Motorists reminded to travel safe during the holiday season

Nov 7, 2019

This month’s event, supported by the Department of Transport and WestCycle, encourages the community to take part in a fun, friendly cycling challenge to share in the benefits of cycling.

Safety warning as Western Australians get in gear for Bike Month

Nov 4, 2019

The study, commissioned by Transport for London (TfL) and carried out by YouGov, also revealed that almost 30 percent of car passengers would feel uncomfortable asking a friend or family member to slow down.

Passengers admit feeling uncomfortable with family or friends’ speed

Nov 4, 2019

Commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year, the Day is held to remember the many millions killed and injured on the world’s roads, together with their families, friends and many others who are affected by road crashes.

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

Nov 1, 2019

The vehicle scored strongly for its performance in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) with a score of 95 percent. It also scored well for its protection of younger occupants achieving a Child Occupant Protection score of 88 percent with close to full points recorded by the six- and ten-year child dummies in the frontal offset and side impact crash tests.

Audi A1 achieves ANCAP top rating

Nov 1, 2019

UK government announces plans to close distracted driving loophole

Nov 1, 2019

The students took an innovative approach to raise awareness of the fatal consequences of speeding by incorporating elements of video game design into an animated public service announcement.

Students in Vietnam create speeding PSA

Oct 30, 2019

RISK MANAGEMENT

The theme of this year’s Week is Step up for Safe Streets. The event provides the opportunity to promote life-saving messages and show your commitment to road safety to employees and their families, customers, suppliers and your local community.

Fleet operators encouraged to sign up for Road Safety Week

Oct 22, 2019

Organisations with at-work drivers are encouraged by Brake, the road safety charity to sign up for Road Safety Week 2019, taking place 18-24 November. The...

Incorporating smartphone-based telematics into fleet duty of care

Oct 14, 2019

Screenshot of Ed Dubens in Fleet Management Weekly video

VIDEO: With Mentor by eDriving, driver safety improves quickly

Oct 10, 2019

Telematics and driver scoring webinar

Sep 11, 2019

Jim Noble discusses the role of the manager in being an effective driver coach

Why driver managers are the perfect fit for the role of...

Aug 26, 2019

The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has proposed an update to existing regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers following a public consultation held last year.

Hours of service changes proposed in US

Aug 22, 2019

FAMILY SAFETY

Some 250 primary school pupils took part in the King’s College London study which involved them carrying special backpacks containing Dyson air quality sensors on their journey to and from school for one week.

London kids exposed to five times more harmful air on school...

Nov 4, 2019

A new study has revealed that children in London are five times more exposed to air pollution when travelling to school than at any...

Bonfire Night travel safety tips

Oct 31, 2019

Most crash-related pedestrian fatalities occur when it is dark and pedestrian deaths spike on Halloween night. There are many reasons for this including increased pedestrian traffic, alcohol consumption and lower visibility because of costumes and masks, as well as shorter daylight hours.

NSC issues Halloween safety message

Oct 30, 2019

Currently under Florida law children must be five-years-old before they can be strapped into a seat in the standard way.

Calls to increase age children must use a booster seat in...

Oct 28, 2019

The program encourages young people to avoid drinking alcohol until the age of 21 and to never ride with a driver who has been drinking.

Talk to your teen about underage drinking, parents urged

Oct 25, 2019

The new report reveals a changing trend in teen licensure from when the Foundation first evaluated the issue in 2012. At that time many young people cited their family’s inability to afford the high cost of driving as a reason why they did not obtain their license sooner.

More teens earning driving license before 18

Oct 23, 2019

MOTORCYCLES

New research project aims to improve motorcycle safety in Africa

Nov 7, 2019

Road safety experts have launched a study looking at motorcycle safety in Africa. Fred Engineering, an international consulting firm specialising in road safety, and SWOV,...

The Consumer Rating and Assessment of Safety Helmets (CRASH), a consortium of Transport for NSW, Insurance Australia Group (IAG) and Transport Accident Commission (TAC), tested 30 helmets against a range of criteria including protection and comfort.

New motorcycle helmet safety ratings released

Oct 24, 2019

The BikerTek campaign features a spoof pop up shop which has been set up at bike shows and cafes across south east England selling new bike “parts”.

Motorbike safety campaign targets leisure riders

Oct 8, 2019

The Road Safety Commission has called upon The Motorcycle Clothing Assessment Program (MotoCAP) Chief Scientist and Deakin University Research Fellow Christopher Hurren to provide practical advice for motorcycle riders making the most of the fine and warm conditions on the roads.

Motorcyclists urged not to compromise on protective clothing

Sep 27, 2019

The campaign, which coincides with the start of the riding season, is led by the Motorcycle Safety Advisory Committee (MSAC). Riders are encouraged to take a refresher course and have their motorbikes professionally serviced.

Motorcyclists urged to be “ride ready”

Aug 28, 2019

Around 120,000 visitors are expected to attend the event and, with a large number of motorcyclists expected, Highways England will be inside Silverstone with partners from the emergency services to promote key safety messages.

Warning issued to MotoGP visitors

Aug 22, 2019

DRIVING FOR WORK

The Direct Vision Standard is a star system which rates HGVs over 12 tonnes from zero (lowest) to five (highest) based on how much a driver can see directly through their cab windows. HGVs will need to meet a minimum one-star rating by the time enforcement begins to enable them to operate in London, or will need to have “Safe System” measures fitted to improve the vehicle’s safety.

HGV operators have 12 months to update fleets for London travel

Nov 5, 2019

A “world-leading” scheme to remove the most dangerous HGVs from London’s streets has been launched. The Direct Vision Standard is a star system which rates...

The provider of nationwide secure locker networks found that, on average, engineers spend up to five hours per week picking up parts. However, the report found that less than seven in 10 decision makers claim to know how long their engineers spend per week collecting spare parts, meaning the average could be even higher.

Survey reveals engineers feel more like drivers

Oct 29, 2019

One in five decision makers say their staff tend to feel more like drivers than engineers, according to research by BT Final Mile. The provider...

Cyclist deaths were nine percent higher in 2017 than they were in 2008 in the U.S. and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) projects that fatalities will increase by ten percent in 2018.

GHSA and Uber Eats team up for cycle safety

Oct 18, 2019

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has launched a new partnership with Uber Eats to promote road safety to cyclists. Cyclist deaths were nine percent...