Holiday Sober Driving Campaign Launched by NHTSA To Combat Alcohol-Related Crashes
Following more than 1,000 deaths caused by impaired-driving in December 2022, federal officials are issuing a series of sober driving tips for this holiday season.
Tag Archives: Auto Accidents
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City Traffic Accident Locations Can Be Predicted by Past Collisions: Study
Researchers suggest that analyzing past accident data could help influence strategies to prevent collisions in the future.
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Pedestrian Traffic Deaths Projected To Have Decreased in First Half of 2024: NHTSA Report
Federal highway safety officials indicate that the number of traffic deaths appear to be declining in almost every focus area and subcategory this year.
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NHTSA Thanksgiving Travel Safety Tips Could Help Prevent Hundreds of Holiday Deaths
Following more than 300 traffic deaths over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in 2022, federal officials are issuing a series of travel safety tips.
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NHTSA Updates Vehicle Safety Ratings To Include Advanced Driver Assist Technology
Assessment of the new features will be added to the NHTSA 5-star safety ratings, since they play a critical role in reducing the frequency and severity of accidents.
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Handheld Cell Phone Use Linked to Risky Driving in Adolescents: Study
Risky driving behaviors are less affected by how long a teenager has had their license, than whether they are using handheld devices.
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NHTSA Investigation Into Tesla Self-Driving Technology Launched Following Pedestrian Accidents
More than 2 million vehicles on the road contain the Tesla self-driving systems, which have been linked to at least four pedestrian accidents.
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Roadside Advertising May Increase Driver Distraction, Leading to Auto Accidents
Researchers warn that advertising distractions are not limited to billboards, but also could come from various different roadside signs and messaging.
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Speeding Contributed To 29% Of Fatal Accidents in 2022: NHTSA
Data comes as part of a nationwide awareness campaign launched to promote safer speeds, and help reduce the risk of auto accidents and traffic fatalities, which spiked after the pandemic.
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Pedestrian Traffic Fatalities Remain Over 14% Higher Than Pre-Pandemic Rates: Report
Researchers indicate better traffic enforcement and infrastructure are needed to prevent pedestrian traffic fatalities, which remain high after spiking during the COVID-19 pandemic.
