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The Association says it hopes the link up will help to reach as many drivers and riders as possible with traffic returning to pre-pandemic levels and interest in motorcycling — for commuting and recreation — seeing strong growth.

Drivers and riders urged to look out for one another during awareness month

May 6, 2021

To coincide with May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is teaming up with transportation and law enforcement organizations across the state for the ‘Share the Road’ campaign to remind motorists of their responsibility to share the road properly with vulnerable road users.

Florida drivers urged to share the road with vulnerable users

May 6, 2021

Countdown to 6th UN Global Road Safety Week

May 4, 2021

GLOBAL NEWS

Self-driving cars could be on British roads this year

Apr 30, 2021

Now the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Gaelic Players Association (GPA) have teamed up for a new social media campaign reminding people to buckle up when travelling in vehicles.

Sports players back new seat belt campaign

Apr 28, 2021

The annual spring campaign coincides with the start of construction season to encourage safe driving through highway work zones.

U.S. campaign urges caution in highway work zones

Apr 22, 2021

Preliminary figures, published by the European Commission, show 18 Member States registered their lowest ever number of road fatalities in 2020. EU-wide, deaths fell by an average of 17 percent compared to 2019 with the largest decreases of 20 percent or more occurring in Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Spain, France, Croatia, Italy, Hungary, Malta and Slovenia.

Road deaths in Europe fall to all-time low

Apr 21, 2021

Additionally, all existing ALR motorways will have the technology fitted six months earlier than originally planned.

UK government announces updated smart motorway technology

Apr 21, 2021

Now there are plans to roll the system out at strategic route locations across the country.

UK trial finds one in 12 tyres on commercial vehicles underinflated

Apr 16, 2021

The American Automobile Association (AAA) Foundation’s annual Traffic Safety Culture Index found that drivers who use both marijuana and alcohol were also significantly more prone to driving under the influence of alcohol compared to those who only drink alcohol but do not use marijuana.

Users of both marijuana and alcohol more likely to drive aggressively

Apr 16, 2021

The Transport Accident Committee’s (TAC) new campaign “Parental Control” urges learner drivers to ensure their driving practice hours include enough night driving, and reminds parents of learners to talk to their children about the dangers of night-time driving.

Young drivers at greater risk of harm while driving at night

Apr 16, 2021

Those are the findings of new research from Brake, the road safety charity, and the insurer Direct Line.

Report reveals anger on road has increased during UK lockdown

Apr 14, 2021

RISK MANAGEMENT

The NTSB uses the list to focus its advocacy efforts during the current MWL cycle.

NTSB releases “Most Wanted List”

Apr 9, 2021

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has unveiled its 2021 Most Wanted List (MWL), highlighting the transportation safety improvements needed now to prevent incidents, reduce...

As part of EHS Daily Advisor’s Leadership Week 2021, eDriving presented a session that dove deep into the responsibilities surrounding driver risk management, and revealed best practice tips for achieving optimum safety performance.

Webinar: Who should take the lead for driver safety?

Apr 7, 2021

A recent NSC survey revealed 90 percent of employers are concerned about mental health and chronic stress impacting fitness for duty – in addition to persistent concerns around legal and illicit substance misuse.

Employers in U.S. urged to take a broader approach to “workplace...

Feb 22, 2021

Events involving transportation incidents accounted for the largest share of fatalities.

Fatal work injuries increase 2%

Dec 23, 2020

In total, there were 5,333 fatal workplace injuries in 2019, compared to 5,250 in 2018. While the fatality rate has not changed from 2017, this is the highest number of workplace deaths since 2007.

U.S. sees highest number of workplace fatalities since 2007

Dec 18, 2020

Fourteen commercial vans qualify for an award by Euro NCAP under new criteria that prioritise crash avoidance and driver assistance systems.

Euro NCAP calls for fleet buyers to choose safer vans

Dec 18, 2020

FAMILY SAFETY

In recognition of this annual event, eDriving is sharing the following driving tips to help improve safety AND sustainability.

Safety and Sustainability Tips for Earth Day 2021

Apr 22, 2021

Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. In recognition of this...

The Best Practice Guidelines for the Safe Restraint of Children Travelling in Motor Vehicles, which has been developed by Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and Kidsafe Australia with input from Transport for NSW, aims to keep children aged up to 16 as safe as possible while travelling.

New car seat guidelines to help keep kids safe

Apr 7, 2021

Traffic conditions will vary globally, but potentially many drivers who have not driven much over the last few months, could be out on the road, eager to shake off the “lockdown blues”.

Easter Road Safety Tips for Drivers & Families

Mar 30, 2021

Road injuries and fatalities are a leading cause of death for children in Thailand causing dangerous commutes to and from school, which can subsequently affect their access to education.

Road safety program aims to make school commute safer

Mar 30, 2021

A public holiday in Ireland, it is also widely celebrated in the UK, Canada, United States, Brazil, Argentina, Australia and New Zealand.

Celebrate safely this St. Patrick’s Day

Mar 15, 2021

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) partnered with Village Cinemas for the third annual Split Second youth film competition which challenges budding Victorian filmmakers aged between 18 and 25 to create a 45-second film that gets young drivers thinking about their attitudes and behaviours around using phones while driving.

Young filmmakers in Victoria highlight dangers of distracted driving

Mar 8, 2021

MOTORCYCLES

2020 was deadliest year for motorcyclists in Colorado

May 6, 2021

Last year marked the deadliest year on record for motorcyclists in Colorado, with 137 riders killed. Now the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is launching...

The appeal is being made in response to the number of motorcycle fatalities seen this year - to date in 2021, six motorcyclists have been killed on Irish roads.

RSA & Gardaí issue motorcycle safety appeal

Apr 19, 2021

Working with Dorset Police and Dorset Road Safety Partnership in the UK, DocBike aims to make Dorset’s roads safer for bikers.

DocBike charity launches springtime motorcycle safety campaign

Apr 7, 2021

The law specifies the type of vehicle that a candidate can use for their driving or riding test. This is known as the minimum test vehicle (MTV) requirement.

DVSA launches consultation on changing A2 test

Feb 16, 2021

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole says a new video released by Transport for NSW and the Motorcycle Council shows riders how the Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) safety feature works.

Motorcycle riders given a safety lesson in ABS

Oct 28, 2020

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has launched the campaign with automotive company Grease Monkey, after latest figures revealed motorcyclist fatalities are up 12 percent over last year.

Drivers urged to “look twice” for motorcyclists

Sep 28, 2020

DRIVING FOR WORK

Mandatory entry-level training (MELT) will need to be completed by Class 1 commercial driver licence applicants and will exceed the minimum requirements set by the National Safety Code.

New truck driver training to improve road safety in British Columbia

Apr 9, 2021

Mandatory commercial truck driver training is being introduced in British Columbia (B.C.) to improve road safety. Mandatory entry-level training (MELT) will need to be completed...

The “Smart Mirror” is a high-definition screen that displays a panoramic rear view for the driver of Transit and Transit Custom vans.

Ford introduces “Smart Mirror” in vans

Apr 7, 2021

Vehicle manufacturer Ford is introducing a new interior mirror that helps drivers spot cyclists, pedestrians and other vehicles that may be behind them, even...

ATRI’s Research Advisory Committee identified the study as a top research priority and aims to understand the opportunities and challenges of a federal system.

New research highlights realities of a national vehicle miles traveled tax

Mar 24, 2021

The American Transportation Research Institute has released a new report detailing the costs of deploying and operating a national vehicle miles traveled (VMT) tax. ATRI’s...