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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The call by ten charities follows the recent Road Safety Statement from the Department for Transport which sets out the UK Government’s road safety action plan. Campaigners say that, among the 74 actions, there is little focus on reducing speeds in built-up areas despite research showing casualties in such areas are reduced by up to two-fifths when vehicle speeds are kept to 20mph or below.

Calls to reduce speed limit to 20mph in built-up areas

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

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”...

Created by the Federal Highway Administration, National Stop on Red Week aims to educate drivers about the dangers of red-light running and to reduce the number and severity of traffic crashes.

National red-light running campaign returns for 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

Released by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA), the report reveals that WA has the highest road fatality rate of any State in the country.

Report reveals Western Australia has highest road fatality rate

The Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law enforcement agencies completed a Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement period from July 15 to 21 focusing on the rural areas of Colorado, where seat belt use is the lowest.

Rural “click it or ticket” seat belt enforcement cites 775 drivers

Forty-two percent of drivers with LKA stated they “frequently” or “sometimes” use video chat while driving compared to 20 percent who engaged in the risky behavior without the advanced technology. Half of all respondents said they would be willing to take their eyes off the road for less than five seconds to focus on another task while driving on an open highway at 65 mph.

Drivers with advanced vehicle safety tech are engaging in more risky...

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety partnered with researchers from the University of Utah to test visual and cognitive demands of infotainment systems in six 2018 vehicles and found older drivers (ages 55-75) removed their eyes and attention from the road for more than eight seconds longer than younger drivers (ages 21-36) when performing simple tasks like programming navigation or tuning the radio.

Older drivers more at risk of distraction when using in-vehicle technology,...

The report, by road safety charity Brake and Direct Line, based on a survey of more than 1,037 drivers, revealed that seven in 10 felt that roads were more dangerous now than they were in 2014 and many believed speeding drivers and mobile phone use behind the wheel had increased while police car presence had declined.

Seven in ten drivers say roads are more dangerous now than...

In 2018, there were 25,484 seriously injured casualties in reported crashes.

UK Government publishes 2018 road casualty figures

The researchers used the staggered roll-out dates from Uber and Lyft to review the eight quarters before and after ride-hailing adoption in large US cities from 2001 to 2016—analyzing traffic volume, transportation choices and incidents to arrive at their conclusion.

University study links ride-hailing services with increased traffic deaths

Researchers found the number of crashes at two-lane roundabouts decreased on average nine percent per year, while the odds that a crash involved a serious injury decreased by nearly one-third annually.

Safety at two-lane roundabouts improves over time

When white road markings need to be removed, for example when road layouts change, the original lines can sometimes still appear as faint or “ghost” marks. The problem is worse in bright sunshine.

Plans unveiled to remove confusing “ghost” road markings

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

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...

The plan outlines proposals for a new road safety strategy for New Zealand, to replace Safer Journeys, the current road safety strategy which expires at the end of this year. It also sets out a preliminary set of actions under the new strategy.

NZ Government invites feedback on new road safety strategy

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

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

Approximately 13.4m separate summer getaway trips are expected to take place over the weekend, the highest number in five years and 4m more than in 2018, according to a study by the RAC and INRIX.*

UK drivers warned of Frantic Friday

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

Throughout the week law enforcement will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in dangerous driver behaviors.

Operation Safe Driver Week underway in US

With more breakdowns on motorways and major A-roads in July and August than any other month, Highways England has teamed up with other organisations to call on drivers to check their vehicles in advance to avoid breaking down.

Highways England advises drivers to check vehicles to avoid summer breakdowns

Under the SLOMO (Slow Down, Move Over) law motorists must reduce their speed to 40 km/h when approaching stationary emergency vehicles that have blue or red lights flashing at an incident.

Motorists urged to slow down and move over to protect roadside...

Being aware of seasonal driving hazards and knowing how to manage summer-specific risks will help you and your family stay safe whatever your travel plans.

Summer safety travel tips

While the car industry invests billions into the development of self-driving cars, 70 percent of drivers questioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart said they would not feel safe travelling in one.

Motor industry has “big job” in convincing drivers of safety of...

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal UK driving licences, including Northern Ireland, will no longer be valid in Ireland.

Drivers in Ireland urged to exchange UK driving licences before Brexit

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...

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

Officers will conduct alcohol blitz roadblocks every weekend throughout the Western Cape. In addition, Random Breath Testing (RBT) operations will see motorists stopped and tested.

Western Cape campaign aims to curb drinking and driving

Preliminary reports by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) show 113 motorists died on Minnesota roads in 2018 in speed-related crashes, the first time the figure has risen above 100 since 2008.

Minnesota speed-related traffic deaths highest in ten years

A Department for Transport study looking at the change said there was a possible “statistically significant” improvement to road safety and suggests it has saved businesses millions of pounds a year.

HGV speed limit change has “potentially improved road safety”

The RAC is urging road users to pay extra attention to their surroundings after new figures reveal 11 pedestrians were killed on roads in the state between January and May this year – up from six fatalities over the same period last year.

Rise in pedestrian deaths on Western Australian roads

For the study, researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) interviewed specialized driving instructors who have worked specifically with young autistic drivers. It found adolescents with autism need the support of their parents or guardians to prioritize independence so that they are prepared for learning to drive.

Parental support is key when teens with autism learn to drive

The annual award is presented to a European country that has demonstrated continued progress on road safety combined with a strategic approach to tackling the problem across government.

Ireland presented with EU safety award after reducing road deaths

From 2002-2007 the average age increased by 3.5 percent while 2008-2013 saw a 12.2 percent increase.

Average age of vehicles on US roads continues to rise

Sufferers of neurodegenerative disorders commonly display driving errors regarding lane positioning, slow driving, observation of the blind spot, and scanning behaviour, according to a new study.

Study finds Alzheimer’s Disease impacts older drivers’ fitness to drive

The National Safety Council has released its annual list of states with the lowest and highest rates of unintentional, preventable deaths, which include poisonings – largely from drug overdoses – car crashes and falls.

Opioid overdoses surpass road crashes as biggest killer in US

Starting July 1, 2019 motorists in the state can be stopped and cited for using a phone behind the wheel.

Texting and driving now a primary offense in Florida

Thatcham Research, the independent automotive research centre, tested seven new cars to help drivers understand the theft risk of a car.

Thatcham uncovers new cars susceptible to keyless thefts

The Enhanced Customer Response Unit (ECRU), combines the expertise, knowledge and equipment of both a traffic officer and incident support staff who deal with clean-ups and road repairs. It can stop and direct motorway traffic after incidents – then clean up spillages and repair the road afterwards.

Incident response vehicle aims to reduce UK traffic delays

AAA predicts that approximately 49 million people will travel over the holiday; 41.4 million by automobile, 4.3 percent more than last year.

Record-breaking travel numbers expected this Fourth of July

New guidance for driving in EU after Brexit

New guidance for driving in EU after Brexit

Following the publication of its latest whitepaper, Driver Education – What More Can Be Learned – the road safety charity is also calling for driver retests, an end to lifetime driver licences and for driver training to be a life-long continuous process, rather than a one-off session.

IAM RoadSmart: driver training should be a lifelong process

The 2019 Best & Worst States for Teen Drivers report compared the 50 states based on 23 key metrics. It named the safest state as Maryland, followed by New York and Massachusetts.

Best and worst U.S. states for teen drivers named

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

To help drive down these figures, NSC is urging motorists to be particularly vigilant about impaired drivers, and to designate sober drivers themselves.

NSC issues July 4 driver safety message

A related IIHS study has also found that drivers don’t always understand important information communicated by system displays.

Studies reveal driver confusion about automated systems

More than 20km of streets will be closed to cars in Central London – the equivalent of nearly 200 football pitches in length – including Tower Bridge (closed to all traffic), London Bridge (buses only) and much of the City of London.

London to go car free for one day

That’s despite the impairing effects of marijuana usually being experienced within the first one to four hours after using the drug.

Survey uncovers attitudes to driving after using marijuana

More than 25,000 Latin American lives could be saved and over 170,000 serious injuries prevented by 2030 if United Nations (UN) vehicle safety regulations were applied by four key countries in the region—Argentina, Chile, Mexico and Brazil – according to a new report commissioned by Bloomberg Philanthropies.

Report: vehicle safety regulations could save 25,000 lives in Latin America

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

According to a 2016 study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, more than 200,000 crashes from 2011 to 2014 involved debris on roads. Road debris accounted for about 39,000 injuries and more than 500 deaths over the same time period, the study found.

OTS reminds drivers to secure their load

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) campaign highlights that just a two-second glance at a mobile phone means a driver is travelling blind.

Campaign warns if you drive distracted, you’re driving blind

FLHSMV’s Safe Summer Travel Checklist

Florida launches safe summer travel campaign

RACQ spokesperson Clare Hunter said the latest fatalities were a tragic but important reminder to drivers to make a conscious effort to drive safely every day.

Drivers warned of ‘horror week’ on Queensland roads

Drivers with ADHD also experienced higher rates of specific crash types, including driving with passengers, at-fault-, single vehicle-, injury- and alcohol-related crashes, the last risk being 109 percent higher than those without ADHD.

Researchers find teens with ADHD are more likely to crash

Over the past five years, nearly 3,500 people have been killed in crashes involving teen drivers during the 100 Deadliest Days, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when the number of crash fatalities involving a teen driver historically rise.

Two-thirds of people hurt in teen crashes are NOT teen driver

The 2019 Knock-on Effect Community Partnership sees the NSW squad visiting high schools across Sydney to speak about road safety and highlight that every decision made on the road matters - whether you’re the driver or a passenger.

NSW rugby league stars feature in road safety campaign video

The goal of the system – STOPPED – is to reduce the number of young drivers who are involved in motor vehicle crashes.

New system tells Michigan parents if teen driver is pulled over

Highways England’s tips for drivers

Highways England issues safe towing tips

The report reveals that 59 percent of people think they know their drinking limit, but only 15 percent think that other people know the same. Most (81 percent) people think that someone shouldn’t drive if they have drunk any alcohol.

DfT report reveals public attitudes to drink driving and distracted driving

The theme for Road Safety Week 2019 will be “Step up for Safe Streets”. Taking place between 18-24 November and coordinated by road safety charity Brake, the Week will encourage everyone to “step up” and learn about, shout about and celebrate the design-led solutions that can enable everyone to get around in safe and healthy ways, every day.

Brake announces UK Road Safety Week 2019 theme

Now, as school lets out for summer, AAA stresses the importance of preparing and educating inexperienced teen drivers for some of the most dangerous driving days of the year.

AAA warns of 100 Deadliest Days

The car maker has created the “sensory steering wheel” in partnership with Glasgow University. Parts of it can be quickly heated and cooled to inform drivers where to turn, when to change lane or to warn of an approaching junction. The technology has also been applied to the gear-shift paddles to indicate when hand over from the driver to autonomous control in future self-driving vehicles is complete.

Jaguar’s sensory steering wheel uses heat to communicate with drivers

The report, Rural Connections: Challenges and Opportunities in America’s Heartland, evaluates the safety and condition of the nation’s rural roads and bridges and finds that the nation’s rural transportation system is in need of immediate improvements to address deficient roads and bridges, high crash rates, and inadequate connectivity and capacity.

Study reveals U.S. state with highest rural road fatality rate

The City of London Corporation’s most senior decision-making body, the Court of Common Council, has voted to introduce a 15mph speed limit in the Square Mile.

City of London set to implement UK’s first 15mph region

Sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres, the conferences, now in their 18th year, will highlight key issues for anyone involved with running vehicle fleets, providing professional advice and helping them remain compliant and up to speed on the latest legislative developments.

FTA Transport Manager 2019 conference dates announced

The TAC’s partnership with the Melbourne International Comedy Festival will see a mix of Australian and international comedians roll into town this weekend as part of the festival’s regional road show.

Comedy road safety roadshow returns to Victoria, Australia

While nine in 10 said they generally aim to drive at around the limit on roads of any kind, fewer than a quarter (23%) said that 60mph is a safe speed for a vehicle on a road where there may be people on foot, bicycles and horses.

UK drivers don’t feel safe at 60mph on country roads

The new law, effective January 1, 2020, allows law enforcement officers to stop drivers simply for texting alone.

Florida makes texting while driving a primary offense

NSC’s tips for a safer Memorial Day holiday

Tips for a safer Memorial Day holiday weekend

NSC is estimating less than 400 fatalities for Memorial Day weekend.

NSC predicts hundreds of Memorial Day weekend road deaths

'Drunk No Driving' Campaign in Hanoi, Vietnam

Vietnam launches ‘Drunk No Driving’ campaign

The trucker, who was seen holding his credit card and phone in each hand, was among over 3,000 dangerous drivers filmed by three unmarked HGV “supercabs” in the past year to improve safety on England’s high-speed roads.

Trucker caught making mobile card payment while driving

The “Make it Click: Every seat. Every ride” national effort provides state Highway Safety Offices and their partners materials to encourage passengers and drivers to buckle up during every trip, in every seating position.

Uber and GHSA launch back-seat passenger safety campaign

Georgia, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and New York have been selected by The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and The National Road Safety Foundation, Inc. (NRSF) in this competitive grant program that equips states with resources needed to tackle the challenge of drowsy driving.

Five US states awarded funding to tackle drowsy driving

Figures collated from various studies suggest that at least 400 people could be injured in deer-related collisions each year, and potentially around 20 people killed.

UK drivers warned to watch for deer

The long holiday weekend, marking the unofficial start of summer vacation season, will see the second highest travel volume on record since AAA began tracking holiday travel volumes dating back to 2000, trailing only the bar set in 2005.

Record numbers expected on roads this Memorial Day weekend

The survey – conducted by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) throughout the election campaign – confirms that traffic congestion rates as the number one priority in metropolitan seats, but the biggest priority in rural and regional areas is road safety.

Road safety ranks highest transport priority for rural Australians

During the campaign, officers are cracking down on those who do not buckle up in an effort to save lives. Wearing a seat belt is one of the most effective ways to help prevent injuries or death in the event of a traffic crash.

Seat belt awareness campaign gets underway in Florida

The group of professionals and leading child and transportation safety experts will guide best practices, education, legislation and policies to help keep children under 13 safe in AVs.

New consortium focuses on safety of children in autonomous vehicles

Thousands of organizations nationwide will mark the month by help to raise awareness of the annual safety campaign by organizing workplace activities and distributing materials to employees.

June is National Safety Month

Canada Safety Council highlights the differences between drunk drivers and those impaired by drugs, stating that a drunk driver may feel more compelled to take risks, speed and generally act recklessly, and may also experience decreased concentration, slower reaction times and an altered sense of vision and hearing.

Impairment is theme of Canada’s National Road Safety Week

This law helps to protect State Troopers and other law enforcement officers as well as emergency vehicles and utility workers stopped alongside the highway. It is also extended to highway workers in temporary work zones.

AAA Carolinas reminds drivers of “Move Over Law”

The warning comes after a national report revealed South Australia will fail to meet its 2020 target to cut deaths and serious injuries.

Road safety organisation calls for urgent action on South Australia’s roads

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