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Young drivers are committing around 40% fewer traffic offences than a decade ago but more work is needed to address high youth fatality rates from road crashes, according to the AA in New Zealand.

Young drivers committing fewer traffic offences but road deaths remain high

Impaired drivers in Colorado have been targeted as part of a summer campaign.

Campaign targets impaired drivers

Uber is launching senior accounts, designed to help older adults get around.

Uber launches new accounts aimed at older passengers

With the summer travel season underway, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging drivers to “drive smart to stay safe this summer.â€

Road safety tips for safe summer travel

The number of people killed on Scotland’s roads has increased but casualty numbers have dropped, new statistics have revealed.

Increase in deaths on Scotland’s roads

A record-breaking number of Americans are expected to travel over the Independence Day holiday, according to the AAA.

Record breaking 72.2m people expected to travel over 4th July holidays

“Road safety should not be compromised as a result of automotive trade negotiations.â€

Road safety experts call for ‘levelling up’ of vehicle standards

“Share the road†– that’s the message to everyone who travels on Florida’s roadways.

‘Share the road’ message to Florida’s roadway users

Motorcyclists are more than three times more likely to be injured or killed in a crash in British Columbia compared to those in passenger vehicles, according to the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC).

Motorcyclists urged to ‘freshen up their skills’ before the first ride...

The International Road Federation has completed the second phase of its regional Safe School Zones project to create safer routes to school for more than half a million children.

More than half a million children get safer school zones

ANCAP has examined some of Australia’s top-selling light trucks as part of a new initiative to boost safety standards and help business operators and private consumers make informed purchasing decisions.

Light truck best-sellers assessed for safety by ANCAP in Australian first

Law enforcement officers across Minnesota issued 6,450 hands-free cell phone citations during a month-long distracted driving enforcement campaign.

More than 6,000 drivers ticketed during distracted driving enforcement campaign

With camping season underway and the number of road trips increasing, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) has urged drivers to travel at safe speeds this summer.

Motorists urged to drive at safe speeds this summer

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has highlighted the safety challenges faced by cyclists on Irish roads with the publication of a new report.

New report highlights safety challenges for cyclists on Irish roads

More than 3,300 tickets were issued in New York state during the first-ever ‘Operation Plate Check’.

Crackdown on fake number plates sees more than 3,000 ticket issued

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and General Motors (GM) are investing more than $250,000 in new funding to support creative new ways to prevent distracted driving.

Funding boost to prevent distracted driving

Western Australia’s Department of Transport has issued 10 important must-haves for a safer journey for a motorcycle or moped riders.

Top 10 must-haves when gearing up for a motorcycle or moped...

New Transport Accident Commission (TAC) research has revealed young Victorian drivers’ acceptance of speeding is double that of all other drivers.

New research shows young drivers most likely to speed

As families across Ireland gear up for summer road trips, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging parents and guardians to make child safety a priority and check that their child car seats are fitted correctly.

Report finds over half of child car seats incorrectly fitted

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) in Ireland is urging all road users to be aware of the dangers posed by sun glare.

Road users to be aware of sun glare

This year marks 100 years of the New South Wales (NSW) police force keeping the community safe on the roads and reducing road trauma.

NSW Police Force mark 100 years of road safety

The Colorado Department of Transportation Colorado (CDOT) has reported an increase in drivers who refuse a blood or breath test following a DUI arrest.

Over half of drivers refuse to be tested upon arrest for...

Motorists driving on country roads in New South Wales are being reminded to slow down and look out for animals.

Drivers warned to slow down on country roads and look out...

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has supported Colorado State Patrol and 39 local law enforcement agencies for the largest seat belt campaign of the year.

Largest seat belt campaign of the year held in Colorado

Euro NCAP has introduced an easy-to-follow star ratings, when awarding new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) to help simplify the process of choosing a safe vehicle.

Euro NCAP puts safety first for van drivers

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and victims of families involved in motorcycle crashes gathered at CDOT headquarters in Denver to call for more action on motorcycle safety in the state as part of May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness month.

Motorcyclists and drivers to put safety first

Despite most smartphones having a “do not disturb†feature that could help reduce distracted driving, it is not widely used, the AAA has said.

New study encourages more drivers to opt for ‘do not disturb’...

A new study has been published investigating social driving behaviors and self-driving cars.

New study highlights a gap in current automated driving system regulations—...

New figures have revealed 675 people died in road crashes in the Netherlands last year, slightly fewer than in 2023.

New data reveals 675 killed in road crashes in the Netherlands...

The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has urged everyone to help prevent child heatstroke deaths by remembering to ‘Stop. Look. Lock’ when they park their vehicles.

Motorists urged to ‘stop, look, lock’ to prevent child heatstroke deaths

An annual safety event has been held urging drivers to stay alert to ensure highway workers get home safely.

Annual campaign urges drivers to stay alert to ensure highway workers...

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month and road users are urged to help prevent motorcyclist fatalities by riding and driving safely.

Share the road safety plea amid rising number of motorcycle deaths

The number of motorcyclists dying on New South Wales roads has hit a ten year high, with 16 more people dying on a motorcycle last year compared to 2023.

Motorcycle deaths in New South Wales hits ten year high

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

Food delivery cyclists are less likely to run red lights and more often wear a bicycle helmet than private cyclists, according to a new report from the SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research.

Employers of food delivery cyclists urged to promote safe behaviors to...

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched a new campaign targeting drug-drivers in Ireland.

New campaign targets drug-driving in Ireland

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

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

After three years of gathering feedback from budtenders and other cannabis-industry employees, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is using what it’s learned to prioritize its safe-driving message.

New data reveals knowledge gaps about driving high

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

The Colorado Department of Transportation supported the Colorado State Patrol and 57 local law enforcement agencies throughout the state for the first seat belt enforcement period of 2025.

Over 1,000 citations written during ‘Click It or Ticket’ seatbelt enforcement...

Early estimates of traffic deaths in the US last year is below 40,000 for the first time since 2020.

Early estimates of traffic deaths in the US last year revealed

New AAA research has found that app-based interventions may help curb risky driving behaviors.

New research investigates if smartphone apps hold the key to safer...

New data has shown a spike in seatbelt related offences in New South Wales during busy school holiday periods for drivers and passengers wearing their seatbelt incorrectly.

Spike in seatbelt related offences

The twice-yearly time change is not a major factor in America’s ongoing road safety emergency, David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has said.

IIHS president says dark roadways are deadly, no matter the time

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

This year 21 pedestrian and cyclist have died on Colorado roads, figures from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) have revealed.

Drivers urged to lookout for pedestrians and cyclists as weather gets...

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

More than 60,000 people have been caught using their mobile phone, not wearing a seatbelt or wearing it incorrectly since new safety cameras were introduced in Perth, Western Australia.

Bad behavior of Perth drivers captured on camera

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness month encouraging drivers and passengers to refrain from engaging in or fostering distraction.

Florida drivers urged to stay distraction-free behind the wheel

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...

A National Highway Traffic Safety Administration campaign raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving has been held in April.

National campaign highlights dangers of distracted driving

Results one year on from a multi-agency City and State-led task force to remove “ghost cars†from New York City streets have been revealed.

Results from New York city’s crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ revealed

April is Car Care Month and the AAA is encouraging all vehicle owners to keep up with car care basics and help prevent unexpected breakdowns.

Motorists urged to stay on top of their car’s health

A new distracted driving campaign is urging motorists in Minnesota to stay off their phones when they’re behind the wheel.

New campaign warns drivers ‘multitasking behind the wheel is a deadly...

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

More than 55,000 tickets were issued in New York State for various vehicle and traffic law violations, during a campaign before, during and after St Patrick’s Day.

More than 55,000 tickets issued to drivers during St Patrick’s Day...

Drug and alcohol testing of drivers and riders involved in serious injury crashes on New South Wales (NSW) roads are being enhanced.

Laws strengthened to tackle road toll on NSW roads

Following the start of Colorado’s new distracted driving law, Colorado State Patrol has issued 94 citations to Colorado drivers who were using their cellphones or mobile devices while behind the wheel, more than half of the total number of citations issued in 2024.

New hands-free law drives 135% increase in distracted driving citations

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

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...

New research has revealed that most deaths on regional Victorian roads over the past five years involved local residents.

Research shows most road deaths happen close to home

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

As thousands of visitors travel to Colorado’s ski resorts for spring break, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is urging mountain-goers to plan ahead to avoid impaired driving.

Colorado officials issue spring impaired driving warning

AI-generated life-like virtual worlds are being used by Volvo to develop its safety software, such as driver assistance systems (ADAS), the car manufacturer has announced.

Volvo uses AI to help create safer cars

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is making stronger protection for back seat passengers a must for 2025.

IIHS making stronger protection for back seat passengers a must for...

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) has finished a pilot project that could lead to new screening tools for law enforcement to save lives on the State’s roads.

Roadside screening tools could help law enforcement detect drug-impaired driving

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in cars have a predominantly positive impact on road safety by preventing collisions, new research has shown.

Fewer crashes thanks to advanced driver assistance systems in cars

A delegation from Cambodia’s government institutions has visited Vietnam to study road safety measures

Vietnam visit helps to enhance knowledge on safe school zones

The Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) attended the recent Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 to promote its latest safety campaign.

TAC urges Victorians to drive the ‘safest car they can afford’

New AAA research is hoping to understand what motivates cannabis consumers to drive under the influence.

New study investigates how cannabis consumers view driving while under the...

There were an estimated 44,680 people killed in preventable traffic crashes in the United States last year, preliminary analysis from the National Safety Council (NSC) has revealed.

National Safety Council estimates more than 44,000 traffic deaths in 2024

“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

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched a new campaign highlighting the dangers of speed and complacency on Ireland’s rural roads.

New campaign highlights dangers of ‘complacent driving’ on rural roads

A new report from the SWOV Institute for Road Safety has revealed a rising trend in serious road injuries in the Netherlands.

Rising trend in serious road injuries in the Netherlands

A new initiative aimed at empowering young road users in Thailand has been unveiled.

Project gives young people in Thailand access to life-saving knowledge and...

New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has found “underlying factors†related to pedestrian deaths.

New research finds US pedestrian deaths are occurring in cities after...

Thirteen per cent of US drivers would trust riding in self-driving vehicles – an increase from last year, according to AAA’s latest survey on autonomous vehicles.

13% of US drivers would trust riding in self-driving vehicles

An annual impaired driving campaign has launched in Florida.

‘Drive Sober or Game Over’ impaired driving campaign launches in Florida

The American Transportation Research Institute has revealed the country’s top 100 truck bottlenecks.

Annual list of top 100 truck bottlenecks revealed

Car manufacturers are delivering major improvements in their automatic emergency braking systems, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety after it introduced tougher front crash prevention testing.

Automakers make big strides in front crash prevention

The number of pedestrians killed in the US dropped in the first half of 2024 compared to the previous year, but the figure is still 1,000 more than it was ten years ago.

US pedestrian deaths increase by almost 48% from a decade ago

Two winners’ short films - aimed at educating young drivers in Victoria, Australia, of the importance of road safety - have launched on the big screen.

Short films driving road safety awareness

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been urging motorists to check for vehicle safety recalls during this month’s annual Vehicle Safety Recalls Week.

US drivers urged to check for recalls during vehicle safety recalls...

A funding pot of $600,000 has been made available by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) for road safety projects in Victoria, Australia.

Grants program supporting community road safety

Almost 50,000 tickets were issued in New York state for various vehicle and traffic law violations during a crackdown over the Super Bowl weekend.

Almost 50,000 tickets issued for motoring offences during Super Bowl crackdown

The introduction of a new 60 km/h speed limit on Ireland’s ‘rural local roads’, replacing the previous default 80 km/h limit has been welcomed by the Road Safety Authority (RSA).

Speed limit reduced on some Irish rural roads

Supersizing vehicles offers minimal safety benefits — but substantial dangers, according to new research from the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Supersizing vehicles offers minimal safety benefits — but substantial dangers, says...

A new report from the SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research has highlighted the high fatality risk for riders of light mopeds.

High fatality risk for moped riders

One million drivers in New South Wales who remained offence-free on the road over the past 12 months are being rewarded for their contribution to safety with a demerit point scrubbed from their licence.

One million safe drivers rewarded in New South Wales

A new initiative – believed to be a world first - to reduce road deaths by linking health records and road traffic collision data has launched.

Data project aims to reduce road crash deaths

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is looking at a new crash test metric which will be able to measure rotational brain injuries.

New crash test metric can help address more types of brain...

“Your next text message isn’t worth your last breathâ€, they are the sobering words behind a new campaign aimed at tackling mobile phone distraction on Western Australia’s roads.

Hard-hitting campaign highlights the dangers of distracted driving

Devices known as pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHBs) allow walkers who need to cross a busy road to essentially conjure up a stoplight by pressing a button, however many pedestrians don’t bother to activate them before crossing, a new study has shown.

Long wait times may cause walkers to bypass pedestrian crossing beacons

Autonomous vehicles under testing permits have collectively covered more than four million miles on California’s public roads over the past year, the California Department of Motor Vehicles has announced.

Number of test miles logged by autonomous vehicle permit holders in...

The key issues currently facing vehicle operators in 2025 have been revealed.

The nine biggest issues facing fleets in 2025

A new survey has revealed the majority of British Columbia drivers feel nervous driving in winter conditions.

New survey reveals majority of drivers feel nervous driving in winter...

More than 2,000 people were arrested for being driving while impaired during the 2024 holiday season, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has revealed.

More than 2,000 DWI arrests made in Minnesota during holiday season...

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and its public safety partners have launched a hit and run awareness campaign.

Hit and run awareness campaign launched in Florida

As football fans across the country prepare for this weekend’s Super Bowl LIX, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is calling on everyone to make safe driving a top priority.

MADD urges fans to be a team player this Super Bowl:...

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