Conducted by Dr Rachel Aldred, Reader in Transport at the University of Westminster, the study uses National Travel Survey (NTS) data, a large and nationally representative survey that asks people about incidents over the previous three years. This is the first analysis to use such data.

Research reveals extent of unreported injuries to cyclists and pedestrians

For every mile walked, a low-income pedestrian is three times more likely to be injured by a motor vehicle than someone from a high-income...
Within a strategy that aims to make Europe a world leader for fully automated and connected mobility systems, the Commission is proposing that new models of vehicles are equipped with advanced safety features such as advanced emergency braking, lane-keeping assist system or pedestrian and cyclists’ detection systems for trucks.

European Commission sets new target for EU road deaths and injuries

The European Commission has announced a major new package of road safety measures that include a target to halve road deaths and, for the...
Changes to the MOT test come into force on Sunday 20 May 2018 in England, Scotland and Wales.

New MOT rules: a guide

Financial incentives could convince teens to reduce risky driving behaviors, according to a new survey carried out by researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

Researchers find financial incentives could improve teen driver safety

Alcohol and cannabis are the two most commonly detected substances in drivers who die in traffic crashes in Canada.

Canada Road Safety Week focuses on impacts of alcohol and cannabis

Road Safety Week is organized by Brake, the road safety charity. It’s an opportunity for towns, companies, clubs, schools and nurseries to run their own road safety campaigns and help raise awareness of key safety issues such as wearing seat belts.

NZ drivers urged to belt up during Road Safety Week

new report by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the increase has been mostly in urban or suburban areas, at non-intersections, on arterials—busy roads that funnel traffic toward freeways—and in the dark.

IIHS study examines increase in pedestrian deaths

State governments, law enforcement and organizations across the nation are joining the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind vehicle drivers and motorcyclists to share the road safely during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Motorcyclist safety in the spotlight during U.S. awareness month

The Award follows the launch of the “Safer Choice India” award in February to encourage automakers to achieve the highest levels of safety performance

Global NCAP launches Safer Choice Africa Award

A new report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) estimates a 5.6 percent decrease in the number of people killed on motorcycles in 2017.

GHSA report: Motorcyclists 28 times more at risk than car drivers

Of the 37 percent of Canadian drivers who admit to using a mobile phone while driving, a third (31 percent) say they feel compelled to text or call while driving because of family obligations that require constant attention.

A third of distracted drivers in Canada blame family obligations

Anyone caught drinking and driving in Australia will face having a mandatory alcohol interlock fitted for their vehicle for a minimum of six months.

Australian state introduces country’s toughest drink and drug driving laws

The need to follow traffic rules including wearing seat belts, obeying traffic lights, speed limits and pedestrian crossing rules are all in the spotlight in India this week during Road Safety Week 2018.

Vehicle manufacturer aims to make road safety a mass movement in...

A Road to Zero: A vision for achieving zero roadway deaths by 2050, marks the first time in U.S. history that so many organizations have collaborated to devise a comprehensive plan to address motor vehicle fatalities. It has been published by the Road to Zero Coalition, managed by the National Safety Council (NSC).

More than 650 organizations collaborate to eliminate U.S. road deaths

A new report by the International Transport Forum for the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) examines the relationship between vehicle speed and crash risks. The study analyzes data from ten countries, identifying the impact of changes in speed limits on crashes and their severity.

Study reinforces relationship between speed and number of crashes

Police officers across Europe have commenced a week-long enforcement operation to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding, coordinated by the European Traffic Police Network (TISPOL).

European police officers clamp down on speeding drivers

The New Zealand Government is looking into setting a target of zero deaths on the road. Talking about the development of the Government’s new road safety strategy, Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter said that no loss of life is acceptable.

NZ Government investigates zero target for road deaths

The number of deaths on the road in the province of Ontario, Canada, increased by almost 12% from 2016 to 2017, according to figures released by Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

Ontario Police reveals stark increase in road traffic fatalities

If all states adopted laws that required impaired driving offenders to install alcohol interlocks, more than 500 additional lives could be saved each year, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

New study reveals alcohol interlock laws could save 500 more lives...

Car buyers are being urged to prioritize safety as new data reveals that more than two-thirds of drivers and passengers killed on roads in Victoria, Australia, last year were in a vehicle manufactured more than 10 years ago.

Motorists urged to prioritize safety when buying a car

Estonia reduces drink-drive deaths by 90%

Estonia reduces drink-drive deaths by 90%

IIHS launches rear crash prevention ratings program

IIHS launches rear crash prevention ratings program

Researchers find “texting while driving” bans ineffective for teens

Researchers find “texting while driving” bans ineffective for teens

Toronto Police on lookout for distracted driving

Toronto Police on lookout for distracted driving

Report reveals 15,000 lives have been saved by helmet use in Vietnam

Report reveals 15,000 lives have been saved by helmet use in...

Toyota road safety program reaches 700,000 children in India

Toyota road safety program reaches 700,000 children in India

Missouri Mayors support seat belts and distracted driving campaign

Missouri Mayors support seat belts and distracted driving campaign

Uber mandates 6-hour rest breaks for drivers to avoid drowsy driving

Uber mandates 6-hour rest breaks for drivers to avoid drowsy driving

Research: even with autonomous features, drivers want to stay in control

Research: Even with autonomous features, drivers want to stay in control

NHTSA issues consumer advisory about Ford and Mazda recalls

NHTSA issues consumer advisory for Ford and Mazda recalls

Florida drivers reminded to stay at the scene if involved in a collision

Florida drivers reminded to stay at the scene if involved in...

Honda 2Wheelers launches road safety campaign in India

Honda 2Wheelers launches road safety campaign in India

Multi-brand truck platooning to take place on public roads

Multi-brand truck platooning to take place on public roads

Motor vehicle deaths dipped very slightly – 1% – in 2017 but still claimed over 40,000 lives, according to preliminary estimates from the National Safety Council (NSC).

Road crashes claim over 40,000 lives in U.S. for second consecutive...

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Study by Dr Rachel Aldred at the University of Westminster into cycling safety

When it comes to cycling, there’s safety in numbers

A just-published study into the risks of cycling in London, UK, has found that roads with more cyclists are safer. The researchers who carried out...

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The role of the company in improving road safety will be debated during an international conference taking place in Paris on June 20-21.

International conference highlights company role in driver safety

The role of the company in improving road safety will be debated during an international conference taking place in Paris on June 20-21. La Prévention...
New Zealand (NZ) Road Safety Week 2018 takes place 7-13 May and employers are being urged to register to take part and raise awareness of road safety issues.

Employers urged to promote a safe driving culture for RSW 2018

New Zealand (NZ) Road Safety Week 2018 takes place 7-13 May and employers are being urged to register to take part and raise awareness...

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