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That is one of the startling facts being highlighted by the Road Safety Commission’s (RSC) new Distance of Distraction community education campaign.

Motorists warned of the “distance” of driver distraction

Aug 21, 2019

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has joined forces with safety partners to launch the 2019 national impaired-driving high-visibility enforcement campaign which runs through to the Labor Day holiday weekend – one of the deadliest times on US roads.

“Drive sober” national road safety campaign launches across US

Aug 21, 2019

According to the study, cyclists on street-level protected bike lanes were more likely to suffer an injury than those riding on a conventional bike lane.

Study says cyclists more prone to injury on protected bike lanes

Aug 21, 2019

GLOBAL NEWS

As part of “The Heat Is On” campaign, The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law agencies are conducting a driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement until the beginning of September.

Traffic safety event rolls out Colorado

Aug 16, 2019

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) is behind the new scheme which follows on from its recently launched distracted driving campaign. Promotional videos feature the comedy duo activating the function on their own phones, and having fun creating their own personalised “Do Not Disturb” auto-response messages throughout.

Comedy duo support new initiative against driver distraction

Aug 16, 2019

In a new report the Transport Committee said using mobile phones while driving is dangerous, with potentially “catastrophic consequences” and cites evidence showing that using a hands-free phone creates the same risks of crashing.

MPs in UK call for hands-free driving ban

Aug 15, 2019

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) researchers looked at injury measures from more than 400 frontal crash tests it performed as part of its vehicle ratings program to see if injuries were less likely in vehicles with knee airbags.

Study finds little benefit from knee airbag safety features

Aug 15, 2019

The program, that involves school-based educational campaigns and helmet distribution programming in primary schools, has reported an increase in the average helmet wearing rate from 40.6 percent to 82.2 percent at four schools in Nha Be district that are new to the program.

AIP Foundation progress report sees increase in helmet wearing rates

Aug 15, 2019

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has released a white paper discussing strategies for delivering safety messages to the public and preparing the criminal justice system as AVs take the road.

Automated vehicles need to “win the public’s trust,” report says

Aug 14, 2019

The Tasmanian State Government’s proposed “Slow Down Move Over” legislation – set to be introduced this year – will mean drivers must travel at no more than 40km/h when driving in the same direction as stationary emergency response vehicles with flashing lights.

Calls for new Tasmanian road rules to include tow truck drivers

Aug 14, 2019

The hands-free cell phone bill became law in the State this month in a bid to reduce fatalities and injuries on Minnesota roads.

New hands-free driving law now in force in Minnesota

Aug 12, 2019

Drivers will see new technologies in action ahead of the Government’s $600 million M4 Smart Motorway project’s completion in 2020.

Smart Motorway project put to the test

Aug 12, 2019

RISK MANAGEMENT

Researchers worked with the National Safety Council (NSC), commercial motor vehicle insurance company Travelers and state trucking associations to identify nine carriers that experienced significant improvements in safety, including those once classified as “high risk” by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Report: Trucking companies need “comprehensive approach” to safety

Aug 21, 2019

Trucking companies that prioritize safety through management practices and use of advanced technologies can greatly improve their performance, according to a new study from...

Ed Dubens talking to Fleet Management Weekly about the validation of the FICO Safe Driving Score

Validation of the FICO® Safe Driving Score used by eDriving’s Mentor

Aug 15, 2019

In October 2019 the first phase of the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) begins, which will see HGVs over 12 tonnes entering or operating in Greater London requiring a free safety permit.

New HGV safety scheme alone “will not achieve zero vehicular harm”...

Aug 7, 2019

Dolese Bros. Co. and Tulsa County Library were awarded “Exemplary Distinction” for making traffic safety a priority for employees both at work and at home. Five other employers were highlighted in Award and Honorable Mention categories.

Employers recognized for making traffic safety a priority

Jul 23, 2019

The NTSB announced the 2019 – 2020 Most Wanted List in February, detailing 267 open safety recommendations that if implemented, could help prevent incidents, and the injuries and fatalities caused by those incidents.

NTSB publishes updated list of transportation safety recommendations

Jul 18, 2019

The report found that business leaders are not performing checks on employees who drive their personal cars (“Grey Fleet”) for work purposes. Three in five leaders (60 percent) stated they were unsure if any or how many employees use their own car to drive for work purposes.

Study: C-Suite executives are putting employees who drive for work at...

Jul 11, 2019

FAMILY SAFETY

With the summer holidays drawing to a close, Car Seats Colorado, a partnership of the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado State Patrol, is providing a quick checklist to keep kids safe and avoid serious injury in a crash.

Parents reminded about car seat safety

Aug 21, 2019

Parents are being reminded of the importance of having the right car seat for their children as they prepare to go back to school. With...

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is educating the public on all aspects of child safety in and around vehicles as part of the campaign.

Motorists in Florida urged to slow down in school zones

Aug 14, 2019

Figures from the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) show both vehicles have claim rates for theft more than five times the average for 2016-18 models, as does the Infiniti Q50.

Dodge cars top list of most stolen vehicles

Aug 12, 2019

The plea comes from The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) as part of Back to School Safety Month.

Traffic safety plea issued as pupils return to school

Aug 7, 2019

With 67 percent of those travelling to away games saying they get there by car, Highways England is reminding football fans to carry out simple vehicle checks and to remember the basic rules of motorway driving to stay safe.

Football fans urged to play it safe during new season

Aug 5, 2019

Currently motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death among US teenagers, with failure to pay proper attention to the road being the primary contributor.

Study investigates link between age and distracted driving

Jul 24, 2019

MOTORCYCLES

Every year more than 5,000 motorcyclists are killed in crashes on US roads with many of the tragedies attributed to a motor vehicle driver not seeing the motorcyclists.

Bikers reluctant to wear high-visibility clothing

Jul 22, 2019

Motorcyclists are reluctant to wear high-visibility gear which could make them safer on the road, according to a new report. Every year more than 5,000...

Shot amid breathtaking scenery and accompanied by dramatic music, the video highlights potential hazards such as stationary cars and blind bends, and provides advice specific to group-riding, such as “ride at your own pace”.

Safety video provides tips for group riding

Jul 11, 2019

VicRoads, in partnership with the Transport Accident Commission has launched the Every Second – Always On campaign to encourage riders to brush up on their safe riding skills and knowledge.

Motorcycle safety campaign urges riders to brush up on skills

Jun 25, 2019

The videos will become part of DVSA’s official learning materials and education products but will not be part of the theory test. They aim to help improve the safety of motorcyclists, by encouraging learner drivers to be more aware of them when driving.

New videos encourage learner drivers to look for motorcyclists

Jun 19, 2019

The A23 in Lambeth is the most treacherous road for the second year in a row, and London as a whole has surpassed the rest of the UK as the most dangerous region for motorcyclists year-on-year, with nine out of the top ten roads residing in the capital.

UK’s most dangerous roads for bikers revealed

May 7, 2019

The campaign urges drivers to be extra cautious, since motorcyclists are more difficult to see and less protected than other motorists.

Motorcycle safety campaign launches in Texas

May 1, 2019

DRIVING FOR WORK

The FTA says that efficient logistics is vital to keep Britain trading, directly having an impact on more than seven million people employed in the making, selling and moving of goods. With Brexit, new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc.

FTA expresses concern following leak of “No Deal” report

Aug 19, 2019

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has voiced its concern about potential challenges facing the logistics sector in the event of a “No Deal” Brexit. In...

New HGV safety scheme alone “will not achieve zero vehicular harm”...

Aug 7, 2019

The haulage industry body has urged the Mayor of London to find more effective ways of achieving zero vehicular harm in the capital. In October...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requested comments on a possible pilot program to allow 18- to 20-year-old drivers to operate commercial vehicles in interstate commerce.

IIHS calls for more research into crash risk of young truck...

Jul 24, 2019

More research into the crash risk of truck drivers under age 21 should be conducted before allowing them to drive between states, according to...