Federal road safety latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates on federal road safety:

Recent Developments:

  1. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Proposes New Safety Standards: NHTSA has proposed new safety standards for vehicles, including requirements for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles. The proposed standards aim to reduce crashes and fatalities on the road. (Source: NHTSA)
  2. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Awards Grants for Road Safety Projects: FHWA has awarded grants to 24 states and the District of Columbia to support road safety projects, including improvements to intersections, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and traffic signal systems. (Source: FHWA)
  3. National Safety Council (NSC) Releases Annual Report on Road Deaths: The NSC has released its annual report on road deaths, which found that 36,560 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2020, a 2% increase from the previous year. (Source: NSC)
  4. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Proposes New Hours of Service Rules: FMCSA has proposed new rules for commercial truck drivers, including changes to the hours of service rules to reduce driver fatigue and improve safety. (Source: FMCSA)
  5. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Launches New Campaign to Reduce Distracted Driving: NHTSA has launched a new campaign to reduce distracted driving, which includes public service announcements, social media outreach, and partnerships with law enforcement agencies. (Source: NHTSA)

Upcoming Events:

  1. International Conference on Road Safety: The International Conference on Road Safety will be held in Paris, France, from June 13-17, 2023. The conference will bring together experts from around the world to discuss the latest research and best practices in road safety. (Source: International Conference on Road Safety)
  2. National Road Safety Week: National Road Safety Week will be held in the United States from April 24-30, 2023. The week-long event will feature public awareness campaigns, community events, and educational programs to promote road safety. (Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

Recent Research and Studies:

  1. Study Finds that Autonomous Vehicles Can Reduce Crashes: A study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that autonomous vehicles can reduce crashes by up to 90%. (Source: IIHS)
  2. Research Highlights Importance of Seat Belts in Reducing Fatalities: A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that seat belts can reduce the risk of fatal injury by up to 45%. (Source: NHTSA)
  3. Study Finds that Distracted Driving is a Leading Cause of Crashes: A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that distracted driving is a leading cause of crashes, accounting for nearly 3,000 deaths and 400,000 injuries in the United States each year. (Source: NHTSA)

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