Traffic fatalities up on U.S. roadways despite COVID-19 lockdowns
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that an estimated 28,190 people died in motor vehicle crashes on U.S. roads in the first nine...
Almost one in five fatal collisions in Victoria due to fatigue
A new campaign to combat drowsy driving has been launched in Victoria, Australia, after new data revealed it is a major cause of fatal...
Rear autobrake named “standout feature” in avoiding crashes
Front automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems have greater potential to save lives, but rear AEB is saving drivers the hassle and expense of many...
NHTSA seeks public comment on cybersecurity for modern vehicles
America’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is asking the public to comment on its Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles...
Drivers reminded that getting caught by police is “lucky” outcome
A new hard-hitting road safety campaign in Victoria, Australia, is providing a stark reminder that people are lucky to be caught by police doing...
Canadian poll reveals bad driving behaviour is on the increase
Most Canadians say dangerous driving has increased recently, with speeding, aggressive behaviour and using a phone topping the list, according to a survey by...
Dutch road safety targets “out of reach”
Dutch road safety targets for 2020 are ‘out of reach’, according to SWOV, the Institute for Road Safety Research in the Netherlands.
In 2019, the...
Victoria’s 2020 road death toll revealed
Victoria recorded 213 deaths on the road in 2020 – with speeding, drink and drug driving, and illegal phone use being blamed.
In a year...
Road fatalities increase in Ireland in 2020
Road fatalities increased by six percent in Ireland in 2020 but there were 25 percent fewer serious and minor injury collisions recorded, according to...
