Road safety news

Here are some recent road safety news articles and updates:

Global Road Safety

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new global campaign to reduce road traffic injuries and deaths, which claims the lives of over 1.35 million people every year. (Source: WHO)
• The United Nations has set a target to reduce road traffic deaths by 50% by 2030, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). (Source: UN)

Country-Specific Road Safety News

• United States: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported a 2.4% increase in road fatalities in 2020, with 36,560 deaths. (Source: NHTSA)
• United Kingdom: The UK's Road Safety Observatory has reported a 4% increase in road fatalities in 2020, with 1,460 deaths. (Source: Road Safety Observatory)
• Australia: The Australian Government has launched a new road safety strategy, which aims to reduce road fatalities by 30% by 2030. (Source: Australian Government)
• India: The Indian government has launched a new road safety campaign, which aims to reduce road fatalities by 50% by 2025. (Source: Indian Government)

New Technologies and Initiatives

• Autonomous Vehicles: A new study has found that autonomous vehicles can reduce road fatalities by up to 90%. (Source: AAA)
• Speed Cameras: A new study has found that speed cameras can reduce road fatalities by up to 50%. (Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
• Cycling Infrastructure: A new study has found that investing in cycling infrastructure can reduce road fatalities by up to 20%. (Source: European Cyclists' Federation)

Research and Studies

• A new study has found that distracted driving is a major cause of road fatalities, with 3,600 deaths in the United States in 2019. (Source: AAA)
• A new study has found that seatbelts can reduce road fatalities by up to 45%. (Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
• A new study has found that motorcycle helmets can reduce road fatalities by up to 37%. (Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

Events and Campaigns

• World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims: November 20th is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, which aims to raise awareness of road safety and honor the victims of road traffic crashes. (Source: World Day of Remembrance)
• Road Safety Week: Many countries around the world are holding Road Safety Week events, which aim to raise awareness of road safety and promote safe driving practices. (Source: Various)