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Digital campaign ‘Youth in lockdown’, organised by the Youth Coalition for Road Safety, raises awareness that young people are often excluded from discussions around preventative measures.

“Youth in Lockdown” Vietnamese campaign focuses on road safety

Motor vehicle departments in California, Ohio and Texas will use the funds to provide recall information with vehicle registration and at other points of contact.

$1.3m funding boost for U.S. vehicle safety recall info

The Transport Accident Commission’s “Big V” bus will travel to coastal locations this summer as part of its Vanessa program, which aims to teach the current generation of young drivers how they can keep themselves and their friends safe on the roads.

Big bus helps young Victorians make safer travel choices

The new rule aims to clarify ambiguities in current occupant protection standards for vehicles equipped with automated driving systems that are designed without traditional manual driver controls.

Driverless vehicle safety standards modernized

The grants, awarded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), will help commuter rail authorities in California, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington eliminate hazards at highway-railway crossings.

$40m grants to improve safety at highway-railway crossings in five states

The first initiative, Winter Blitz, runs until January 25, with 92 agencies helping to boost DUI patrols. Last year, 588 arrests were made during the same enforcement period.

Colorado launches first impaired driving enforcement campaign of 2021

Published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, the findings raise concerns about the need for guidance on safely returning to driving following a concussion.

Half of adolescents with concussion resume driving within two weeks

Anyone travelling to France, Denmark and Netherlands must have a negative test result before they travel.

DfT issues COVID-19 testing guidance to hauliers

This represents an increase of about 4.6 percent as compared to 26,941 fatalities reported to have occurred in the first nine months of 2019.

Traffic fatalities up on U.S. roadways despite COVID-19 lockdowns

The Transport Accident Commission data shows fatigue remains a major concern for drivers in the State, with close to one in five fatal collisions caused by drowsy driving, as well as around 300 serious injuries a year.

Almost one in five fatal collisions in Victoria due to fatigue

Rear AEB was the standout feature in HLDI’s annual compilation of its research on the impact of crash avoidance technologies.

Rear autobrake named “standout feature” in avoiding crashes

The draft has been submitted to the Federal Register and will be updated and refined based on public comments received.

NHTSA seeks public comment on cybersecurity for modern vehicles

In 2021, the campaign is being extended for a full month, with Road Safety Month running 18 January – 17 February.

India holds National Road Safety Month

The Transport Accident Commission’s “the lucky ones get caught” campaign is highlighting how excess speed and driver distraction can lead to devastation, and the critical role police play in preventing road trauma.

Drivers reminded that getting caught by police is “lucky” outcome

The poll found 56 percent of Canadians had observed an increase in one or more unsafe driving behaviours since September, when compared to the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canadian poll reveals bad driving behaviour is on the increase

In 2019, the number of road deaths in the Netherlands was 661; 17 fewer than in 2018.

Dutch road safety targets “out of reach”

In a year which saw reduced traffic throughout due to coronavirus restrictions, the figures equal the lowest road toll since records began.

Victoria’s 2020 road death toll revealed

The campaign entitled “If you don’t know, don’t go”, highlights the danger of unsupervised children in driveways.

New WA campaign urges drivers to look out for children in...

The provisional statistics, published by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), following an analysis of An Garda Síochána fatal collision reports reveal that, in 2020, a total of 149 people lost their lives on Ireland’s roads as a result of 138 fatal crashes.

Road fatalities increase in Ireland in 2020

January is Move Over month in Florida, and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and its division of the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Police Chiefs Association, Florida Sheriffs Association, and AAA – The Auto Club Group to drive the Move Over message home.

Florida motorists reminded to move over

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

Fatal work injuries increase 2%

The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) announced the release of its annual public opinion poll, the Road Safety Monitor (RSM), which also includes crash data from TIRF’s National Fatality Database.

Fewer Canadians admit drinking and driving in 2020

The latest round of Transport Accident Commission (TAC) grants has seen 40 Victorian councils handed awards of up to $30,000 to create new paths, pedestrian crossings, trails and bike lanes.

Safety boost for roads in Victoria

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has issued the prompt before the UK/NI licence becomes invalid to drive in the Republic of Ireland after 31 December 2020 when the Brexit transition period ends.

Drivers in Ireland reminded of licence exchange deadline

When white road markings are removed, for example when road layouts change, the original lines can sometimes still appear as faint or “ghost” markings, particularly in bright sunshine, making the road ahead unclear for drivers.

New trial could see end of “ghost markings” on UK roads

Minister for Police and Road Safety, Michelle Roberts, along with the Road Safety Commissioner, Adrian Warner, launched the new initiative “The Life Toll”, featuring the stories of drivers who have sustained life-altering injuries due to making a simple mistake on the road.

Real-life stories shared in new WA road safety campaign

The ten manufacturers put the technology on more than 95 percent of the vehicles they produced between September 1, 2019, and August 31, 2020.

Ten automakers fulfil AEB pledge ahead of schedule

Titled “Car Seat Basics,” the free online course, helps participants understand the four phases of child passenger safety: rear-facing car seats, forward-facing car seats, booster seats and seat belts.

New online passenger safety courses for parents and caregivers

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

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

Of 520 fatalities recorded by the police in 2018 from road collisions involving a working driver/rider, 432 (83 percent) of these were other road users. Working drivers and their passengers accounted for 88 fatalities (17 percent).

New report reveals extent of driving for work crashes

To address this, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and its members, the state highway safety offices (SHSOs), have joined with federal officials, MADD and the International Association of Chiefs of Police to shine a spotlight on the threat of impaired driving and remind motorists to Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and If You Drive High, Get a DUI.

Annual holiday safety campaign launches across U.S.

The American Automobile Association (AAA) predicts 84.5 million Americans may travel from December 23 through January 3 - a decline of at least 29 percent.

AAA expects 34 million fewer Americans to travel during holidays

The TOP SAFETY PICK+ award is driving the improvements.

IIHS pushes manufacturers to scrap inferior headlights

The 2020-21 Used Car Safety Ratings Buyers Guide covers 261 makes and models and provides a comprehensive picture of the safety of all different types of used vehicles on the market.

Car safety buyers guide published in NSW, Australia

The legislation would require that vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with an approved alarm system.

Legislation filed to protect children from being left in vehicles

Driving in winter is very different to driving at other times of year. Wet weather, ice, snow and poor visibility are just some of the additional risk factors that drivers face. The reduction in daylight hours during winter also increases driver risk on the roads.

Winter road safety tips

Transport for NSW says two-thirds of lives lost on the state’s roads occurred in the country, with drink driving one of the biggest factors. More than 175 people have died on country roads this year, and at least 17 percent of those involved an illegal level of alcohol.

NSW drivers urged to plan ahead this Christmas

The campaign has been launched by the authorities after Road Safety Authority (RSA) figures revealed a 133 percent increase in the amount of people detected driving under the influence of drugs on the country’s roads.

Ireland Christmas safety campaign targets drink and drug drivers

In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and keep BC’s hospitals, schools, and businesses open, the provincial health officer (PHO) is urging people not to travel except for essential reasons, such as work or a medical appointment.

British Columbians issued “essential travel” reminder

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is warning drivers that they risk being fined and having their vehicle towed away by law enforcement if they leave it unattended on the side of the road.

CDOT issues parking warning to backcountry users

The roadworks will be taken away from 6am on Sunday, December 20 to 12.01am on Monday, January 4.

Highways England removes hundreds of miles of roadworks for Christmas

Based on in-depth interviews with safety, medical and health experts representing 13 industries, the State of the Response: The Future World of Work report also identifies key factors business leaders must take into account moving forward.

National Safety Council predicts renewed commitment to workplace safety

Bonginkosi Madikizela, Western Cape Minister of Transport and Public Works, has announced a “Festive Season Safety Plan” as the area anticipates an influx of traffic from other parts of the province during the Christmas period.

Festive season safety plan launched in Western Cape

The Four Ds campaign aims to help police identify drivers breaking the law before their actions become fatal and urges members of the public to report anyone they know or see who is drink, drug, dangerous or distracted driving.

Report a reckless driver plea to NSW residents

As part of The Heat Is On holiday campaign, 81 law enforcement agencies are working together on the enforcement initiative with increased sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols.

Police in Colorado target impaired driving

The number of Americans ages 65 and older increased by 32 percent from 2009 to 2018, and crash fatalities in this age group increased by 30 percent.

Older driver safety campaign launches across United States

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced a comprehensive plan for the Christmas travel window between 23 and 27 December to minimise disruption and allow extra services to run.

UK Government announces Christmas travel plan

The “Spend it Wisely” advent calendar initiative is being run by the Transport Accident Commission and provides discounts and offers at local businesses to help Victorians have an enjoyable and safe Christmas on and off the road.

Drivers in Victoria, Australia, urged to spend Christmas wisely

Operation Hardhat, an initiative between State Police, the New York State Department of Transportation and the New York State Thruway Authority, took place between July and November.

Hundreds of drivers ticketed during NY work zone campaign

Women also admit to some dangerous driving habits, such as running red lights. Overall, younger male and female drivers tend to be more aggressive than older drivers.

AAA research reveals men have more dangerous driving habits

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole says the bumper harvest means more heavy vehicles and farm machinery on the roads as well as a surge in activity on level crossings where trains are rarely seen.

NSW drivers urged to be alert for harvest vehicles

The Canada Safety Council (CSC) has teamed up with the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada for National Safe Driving Week (December 1-7, 2020), with a focus on distracted driving.

Canadian drivers reminded of distraction dangers

Included in the guidance is advice on car sharing, with confirmation that car sharing is permitted if it “is reasonably necessary as part of your work”.

New UK COVID-19 guidance for car sharing

The guidance details the rules and restrictions related to travel within the three tiers: medium alert, high alert and very high alert. It also provides advice on precautions to take while travelling, as well as social distancing guidance, social contact and face coverings.

UK government issues updated COVID-19 travel guidance

To help your organization manage this critical driver risk factor, eDriving brought together three of its driver risk management experts from around the world.

Driver fatigue webinar now on demand

Celebrations this holiday season will no doubt be different, with many people choosing to stay home, or take part in fewer activities and get-togethers.

Holiday travel tips for drivers and families

The proportion of cars exceeding the speed limit during the UK coronavirus lockdown was higher than for the equivalent period of 2019.

DfT report reveals extent of lockdown speeding on UK roads

The UK Government has published detailed guidance on its website, covering everything from licence requirements and international driving permits to new border control processes.

Brexit guidance: transporting goods between Great Britain and the EU

Economic softening, combined with independent factors including lower fuel prices, brought down the average marginal cost per mile incurred by motor carriers in 2019 by 9.3 percent to $1.65.

Report reveals cost of trucking decreased in 2019

The Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV) study looked at how the ban on smartphone use among drivers and cyclists is enforced in the Netherlands and other European countries.

Dutch enforcement of handheld phone use leads the way in Europe

Statewide there have been ten traffic fatalities in construction zones, up from seven this time last year. Five of the 2020 fatalities occurred in the Denver metro area.

Construction work zones fatalities increase in Colorado

A $2.8-million upgrade has been carried out on the 1,000-hectare Australian Automotive Research Centre (AARC) near Anglesea.

$2.8m investment to boost car safety in Australia

Now the US Department of Transportation has announced its first ever comprehensive ‘Pedestrian Safety Action Plan’ in a bid to reduce the pedestrian injuries and fatalities on the roads.

Action plan launched to cut pedestrian deaths on America’s roads

The “Slow the Fast Down” campaign, led by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), aims to raise awareness about the dangers of speeding, which has been a top traffic safety issue throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Speeding campaign launches in California

Using cutting-edge technology, the simulator combines life-like high-definition 3D graphics, an augmented reality headset, and a full-body Teslasuit that provides haptic feedback from a virtual world, while also monitoring bodily reactions.

Volvo Cars unveils “ultimate driving simulator” to test vehicles virtually

ANCAP SAFETY introduced testing on autonomous emergency braking (AEB) technology as part of its routine safety rating assessment process in January 2018.

Australia’s top selling cars compared for AEB effectiveness

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has submitted an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) which is available online.

Americans asked for views on automated driving car safety

A study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s AgeLab looked at how automation affects driver disengagement.

Study identifies driver disengagement in automated vehicles

The new law, combining drink and drug driving and changes to the mobile speed camera program, are part of a major crackdown on offences to save lives on the roads.

Major changes to road safety laws coming to New South Wales

The estimate is the highest the NSC has issued for the Thanksgiving holiday period since 2008.

NSC estimates 485 fatalities on the roads this Thanksgiving

MADD, together with campaign sponsor Waymo, is asking road users across the United States to show their commitment to keeping themselves and our communities safe by designating a non-drinking driver and displaying a MADD Tie One On for Safety red ribbon or magnetic decal on their vehicles.

MADD launches designated driver holiday campaign

Latest data shows road workers have reported around 6,500 incidents over three years of drivers going through cones and into roadworks sites, an average of 175 a month.

Driving through roadworks warning to UK drivers

In 2019, the AAA highlighted that more than 55 million travelers planned to start the holiday season with a trip of 50 miles or more away from home.

Thanksgiving Travel 2020: Driver and Family Safety Tips

The new target is included in Driving Change – Road Safety Strategy for Western Australia 2020 – 2030, released at the recent WA National Road Safety Week 2020.

Aim for zero WA road deaths by 2050

Volvo carried out the exercise to simulate the forces that erupt in the worst crashes, beyond what can be simulated with ordinary crash testing.

New cars dropped from 30 metres to replicate crash damage

The statewide campaign – now in its 21st year - raises awareness about the importance of wearing seat belts and will run through November 29.

Seat belt campaign launches in New York

Road Trauma Support Services Victoria and the Transport Accident Commission have developed the campaign “Left Unfinished”, which tells the story of seven Victorians who either lost their lives or had their lives permanently changed due to road trauma, and the seemingly ordinary items they left behind or unfinished.

Emotional road safety campaign launches in Australia

The Traffic Injury Research Foundation’s (TIRF) new fact sheet, Road Safety Monitor 2020: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Travel Behaviour & Road Safety, is a summary based upon data from the Road Safety Monitor (RSM), conducted by TIRF.

New Canadian study reveals COVID-19 effects on driving behaviours

Offices in Colorado, Illinois, New Mexico, North Carolina and Texas have been given nearly $100,000 in grant funds and Lyft ride credits to support the campaign.

U.S. grants awarded to help prevent impaired driving this Christmas

The AAA says the effects of COVID-19, including health concerns and high unemployment, will impact on Americans’ decisions to travel.

AAA predicts 10% drop in travel this Thanksgiving holiday

Rutting season, the annual mating time for deer, elk and moose, occurs from late October to December, with the most activity seen in mid-November.

Drivers urged to watch out for wild animals during rutting season

The three models rated in the latest phase of testing were the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Kia Seltos. Global NCAP chose the entry-level version of each model.

Maruti Suzuki awarded zero rating in crash tests for India

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law agencies statewide teamed up for the Fall Fest heightened DUI enforcement period from September 11 to October 28.

Colorado campaign to target drivers under the influence sees 1,398 arrests

The campaign, which runs until November 29, aims to remind everyone that seat belts save lives.

Annual seat belt campaign launches in U.S.

Fourteen percent of all road fatalities in Australia involve pedestrians and 66 percent of all fatalities occur on regional and remote roads.

Australian TV campaign reveals importance of vehicle safety technologies

Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of adolescent death and injury in the U.S., with the peak risk immediately after obtaining a driver’s license.

Study highlights safety benefits of virtual driving assessment

The Department of Transport and Public Works’ Our Safely Home campaign encourages motorists to be vigilant on the road, and pedestrians to make themselves visible to motorists, especially at night and in the early morning.

Western Cape road safety plea to residents

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is partnering with the Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Sheriffs Association, Florida Police Chiefs Association, and AAA – The Auto Club Group on the initiative to urge responsible driving.

Motorists urged to give the gift of safety this holiday season

Free action pack resources are now available to help organisations get involved in the UK’s biggest road safety campaign.

Action pack resources available for Road Safety Week

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched a public consultation to inform the development of the fifth Government Road Safety Strategy which will run from 2021 to 2030.

Ireland’s road users urged to have their say on road safety

It is hoped the information – which will be gathered from around school zones – will give the organization a fuller picture of what is happening on the roads and gather evidence for targeted interventions in traffic blackspots.

Road safety charity targets Vietnam’s traffic blackspots

New cameras have been set up on roads in England, and drivers caught tailgating will receive letters advising them they were too close to another vehicle and highlighting the dangers of not leaving safe braking distances.

Caught on camera – 10,000 tailgaters spotted in England in two...

Travel is likely to be disrupted this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and you are advised to check your country’s official guidance before making plans.

10 Diwali safe travel tips

The guide, Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer transport guidance for operators, outlines measures to access and address the risks of coronavirus.

COVID-19 guidance published for transport operators in England

The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year, taking place this year on 15 November 2020.

25th World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) asked 897 Coloradans about their driving behaviors between February and June this year.

New survey reveals risky roadway behaviors in Colorado

The technology - HAMS (Harnessing Automobile for Safety) – is being used at the Automated Driving Test Centre (ADTC), Dehradunm in association with the Transport Department, Government of Uttarakhand.

New technology for driving licence testing in India

They are warning parents not to buy them as gifts as latest RSA figures show three of the six people who died in Ireland between 2014 to 2019 in an incident involving a quad bike or scrambler were aged 18 or under.

Parents urged not gift quad bikes or scramblers for Christmas

Driver shortage, truck parking, driver compensation and retention are among the top concerns, as well as – for the first time since 2005 – insurance costs.

Driver shortage and truck parking among top industry concerns

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