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As thousands of visitors travel to Colorado’s ski resorts for spring break, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is urging mountain-goers to plan ahead to avoid impaired driving.

Colorado officials issue spring impaired driving warning

AI-generated life-like virtual worlds are being used by Volvo to develop its safety software, such as driver assistance systems (ADAS), the car manufacturer has announced.

Volvo uses AI to help create safer cars

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is making stronger protection for back seat passengers a must for 2025.

IIHS making stronger protection for back seat passengers a must for...

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) has finished a pilot project that could lead to new screening tools for law enforcement to save lives on the State’s roads.

Roadside screening tools could help law enforcement detect drug-impaired driving

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in cars have a predominantly positive impact on road safety by preventing collisions, new research has shown.

Fewer crashes thanks to advanced driver assistance systems in cars

A delegation from Cambodia’s government institutions has visited Vietnam to study road safety measures

Vietnam visit helps to enhance knowledge on safe school zones

The Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) attended the recent Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 to promote its latest safety campaign.

TAC urges Victorians to drive the ‘safest car they can afford’

New AAA research is hoping to understand what motivates cannabis consumers to drive under the influence.

New study investigates how cannabis consumers view driving while under the...

There were an estimated 44,680 people killed in preventable traffic crashes in the United States last year, preliminary analysis from the National Safety Council (NSC) has revealed.

National Safety Council estimates more than 44,000 traffic deaths in 2024

“Life is full of choices. Some easy. Some more difficult” - that’s the tagline used in ANCAP SAFETY’s new advertising campaign calling on all Australians to choose safety when it comes to their vehicles.

New campaign calls for drivers in Australia to choose safety

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched a new campaign highlighting the dangers of speed and complacency on Ireland’s rural roads.

New campaign highlights dangers of ‘complacent driving’ on rural roads

A new report from the SWOV Institute for Road Safety has revealed a rising trend in serious road injuries in the Netherlands.

Rising trend in serious road injuries in the Netherlands

A new initiative aimed at empowering young road users in Thailand has been unveiled.

Project gives young people in Thailand access to life-saving knowledge and...

New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has found “underlying factors” related to pedestrian deaths.

New research finds US pedestrian deaths are occurring in cities after...

Thirteen per cent of US drivers would trust riding in self-driving vehicles – an increase from last year, according to AAA’s latest survey on autonomous vehicles.

13% of US drivers would trust riding in self-driving vehicles

An annual impaired driving campaign has launched in Florida.

‘Drive Sober or Game Over’ impaired driving campaign launches in Florida

The American Transportation Research Institute has revealed the country’s top 100 truck bottlenecks.

Annual list of top 100 truck bottlenecks revealed

Car manufacturers are delivering major improvements in their automatic emergency braking systems, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety after it introduced tougher front crash prevention testing.

Automakers make big strides in front crash prevention

The number of pedestrians killed in the US dropped in the first half of 2024 compared to the previous year, but the figure is still 1,000 more than it was ten years ago.

US pedestrian deaths increase by almost 48% from a decade ago

Two winners’ short films - aimed at educating young drivers in Victoria, Australia, of the importance of road safety - have launched on the big screen.

Short films driving road safety awareness

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been urging motorists to check for vehicle safety recalls during this month’s annual Vehicle Safety Recalls Week.

US drivers urged to check for recalls during vehicle safety recalls...

A funding pot of $600,000 has been made available by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) for road safety projects in Victoria, Australia.

Grants program supporting community road safety

Almost 50,000 tickets were issued in New York state for various vehicle and traffic law violations during a crackdown over the Super Bowl weekend.

Almost 50,000 tickets issued for motoring offences during Super Bowl crackdown

The introduction of a new 60 km/h speed limit on Ireland’s ‘rural local roads’, replacing the previous default 80 km/h limit has been welcomed by the Road Safety Authority (RSA).

Speed limit reduced on some Irish rural roads

Supersizing vehicles offers minimal safety benefits — but substantial dangers, according to new research from the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Supersizing vehicles offers minimal safety benefits — but substantial dangers, says...

A new report from the SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research has highlighted the high fatality risk for riders of light mopeds.

High fatality risk for moped riders

One million drivers in New South Wales who remained offence-free on the road over the past 12 months are being rewarded for their contribution to safety with a demerit point scrubbed from their licence.

One million safe drivers rewarded in New South Wales

A new initiative – believed to be a world first - to reduce road deaths by linking health records and road traffic collision data has launched.

Data project aims to reduce road crash deaths

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is looking at a new crash test metric which will be able to measure rotational brain injuries.

New crash test metric can help address more types of brain...

“Your next text message isn’t worth your last breath”, they are the sobering words behind a new campaign aimed at tackling mobile phone distraction on Western Australia’s roads.

Hard-hitting campaign highlights the dangers of distracted driving

Devices known as pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHBs) allow walkers who need to cross a busy road to essentially conjure up a stoplight by pressing a button, however many pedestrians don’t bother to activate them before crossing, a new study has shown.

Long wait times may cause walkers to bypass pedestrian crossing beacons

Autonomous vehicles under testing permits have collectively covered more than four million miles on California’s public roads over the past year, the California Department of Motor Vehicles has announced.

Number of test miles logged by autonomous vehicle permit holders in...

The key issues currently facing vehicle operators in 2025 have been revealed.

The nine biggest issues facing fleets in 2025

A new survey has revealed the majority of British Columbia drivers feel nervous driving in winter conditions.

New survey reveals majority of drivers feel nervous driving in winter...

More than 2,000 people were arrested for being driving while impaired during the 2024 holiday season, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has revealed.

More than 2,000 DWI arrests made in Minnesota during holiday season...

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and its public safety partners have launched a hit and run awareness campaign.

Hit and run awareness campaign launched in Florida

As football fans across the country prepare for this weekend’s Super Bowl LIX, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is calling on everyone to make safe driving a top priority.

MADD urges fans to be a team player this Super Bowl:...

New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies have participated in a national enforcement initiative on impaired driving ahead of the Super Bowl.

Crackdown on impaired driving during Super Bowl

Clothing that makes pedestrians stand out to human drivers may make them invisible to automated crash prevention systems, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

High-visibility clothing may thwart pedestrian crash prevention sensors

New Zealand ended 2024 with the lowest rate of road deaths per head of population in a century, provisional figures have shown.

2024 sees lowest rate of road deaths since the 1920s in...

Scotland’s Transport Secretary has thanked trunk road maintenance workers for their efforts to keep Scotland moving so far this winter, and is urging travellers to continue to plan ahead during periods of challenging weather.

Tips offered to drivers in Scotland to stay safe this winter

A new campaign is being rolled out across regional Victoria, encouraging Victorians to get home safely from country races.

New campaign to get Victorians home safely from the races

The National Safety Council has applauded New Jersey for what is has called a “proactive step in traffic safety” following the signing of a new bill.

National Safety Council applauds New Jersey’s commitment to safer roads

A new program of low-cost technology trials have been launched on highways throughout regional New South Wales (NSW) to prompt safer driver behavior on roads in 2025.

Smart technology trials to drive safer behavior on the roads

The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has joined the National Safety Council Road to Zero Coalition, the nation’s largest traffic safety alliance dedicated to eliminating roadway fatalities.

OSHA joins forces with National Safety Council-led Road to Zero Coalition

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has called on vehicle owners in Ireland to embrace year-round responsibility for maintaining their cars, rather than relying on the National Car Test (NCT) to identify faults.

‘Maintaining your vehicle is a year-round responsibility’ – drivers in Ireland...

A campaign targeting impaired and reckless drivers in New York state between Christmas and New Year’s Day saw more than 129,000 tickets issued.

More than 129,000 tickets issued during crackdown on impaired and reckless...

Organizations across Florida have teamed up in January to educate drivers about the State’s ‘Move Over’ law.

Campaign educates drivers in Florida on the ‘Move Over’ law

The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) has released the 2024 Road Safety Monitor (RSM) on drinking and driving in Canada.

Canada achieves decline in alcohol-related road fatalities

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has offered tips to motorists in Ireland for driving safely in the wintry weather.

Winter weather driving tips for motorists

The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced grants worth $125m for 16 wildlife crossing projects in 16 states.

Grants worth $125m awarded to 16 wildlife crossing projects

Drivers in London lose 101 hours sitting in congestion, a 2% increase in delays from 2023 according to new data.

London most congested city in Europe

Ten US cities have been named among the top 25 worst congested cities in the world.

Most congested cities worldwide named

The New South Wales (NSW) Government has issued a call to the 6.9 million drivers across the state to make the safest decisions in 2025 and help reduce deaths on the roads.

Drivers in New South Wales urged to make safe decisions on...

The number of people killed on Ireland’s roads in 2024 fell by 4% compared to the previous year, according to the latest data.

Road deaths in Ireland fall by 4%

Drivers who are used to partial automation that switches off when they try to share control over the steering are less willing to steer or put their hands on the wheel in sticky situations, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has shown.

Partial automation that allows some manual steering may help keep drivers...

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the National Football League (NFL), drinks company Diageo North America and Uber Technologies, Inc. have joined forces to launch the “Take a Minute. Make a Plan” campaign to tackle impaired driving.

‘Take a Minute. Make a Plan’ campaign launches to tackle impaired...

New research has shown taller vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians.

Taller vehicles more dangerous for pedestrians

A new survey has revealed 51% of drivers feel more stressed when navigating a busy parking lot compared to driving on the open road and 25% said they’re either extremely or very nervous driving in a parking lot during busier times.

Survey finds British Columbia drivers are stressed and nervous navigating busy...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is encouraging older drivers and their families to talk about making a safe driving plan.

NHTSA encourages older drivers and their families to make a safe...

Driving under the influence of cannabis is a growing concern in Canada, especially following the legalization of its use for recreational purposes, according to the Canada Safety Council.

Driving under the influence of cannabis growing concern in Canada, says...

Amazon has partnered with the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) to promote safe driving during the festive season.

Partnership prioritizes road safety this holiday season

Drivers in British Columbia are being reminded to make sure they’re ready for winter road conditions.

British Columbia drivers urged to prepare for winter weather

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) in Ireland is urging drivers to stay safe and sober this festive season as new data from the Medical Bureau of Road Safety (MBRS) show concerningly high levels of alcohol and other drugs in driver toxicology testing.

Christmas road safety campaign launched in Ireland

A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has categorized drivers based on their self-reported risky behaviors.

Study identifies five types of drivers

Record-breaking travel numbers are expected in America this Christmas, according to the AAA.

AAA shares driver safety tips as record numbers of travelers expected...

A prize-winning motorcycle safety project in Scotland will be shared with road safety partners around the globe.

Motorcycle safety scheme goes global

If you’ve been drinking, do not get behind the wheel, that’s the message from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) as it launches a new holiday campaign targeting impaired drivers.

Colorado holiday campaign targets impaired drivers

Be prepared for quicky changing weather conditions. That’s the message to drivers in British Columbia as winter road conditions arrive.

Motorists in British Columbia urged to be winter ready

The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finalized significant updates to its consumer-facing 5-Star Safety Ratings program.

NHTSA finalizes significant updates to 5-star safety ratings program

Research presented by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) in Ireland at the annual Driving for Work seminar, revealed one quarter of all drivers involved in fatal road collisions over the past five years were driving for work.

One quarter of drivers involved in fatal road collisions were driving...

An awareness week held in honor of America’s emergency responders has taken place with a call to action for drivers to reduce their speed.

Crash responder safety week calls for drivers to ‘slow down’

The National Safety Council joined forces with the Vision Zero Network, Families for Safe Streets and It Could Be Me to support communities across the country to commemorate the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.

NSC honors World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims

A new report has shed light on important factors contributing to roadway safety including the impact of vehicle size, weight, and direct vision.

Research shows SUVs, vans and pickup trucks are particularly dangerous compared...

New regulations are being introduced in the US to improve safety in and around work zones.

Improvements announced to boost safety in and around work zones

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has released its 2024 Driver Behavior Report, which it says reveals “areas of progress.”

New report shows extent of distracted and impaired driving

Two campaigns aimed at promoting ride-hailing rather than driving after consuming alcohol or other impairing substances have received a cash boost.

Funding boost for drunk and drug-impaired driving prevention initiatives

Almost 80 million people are expected to travel this Thanksgiving, setting new records, according to the AAA.

Nearly 80 million Americans expected to travel over Thanksgiving

The National Safety Council is urging drivers to make safe choices before getting behind the wheel this Thanksgiving.

Drivers urged to make ‘safe choices’ this Thanksgiving

A new study by the AAA has revealed safety progress in the latest AEB technology.

Automaker advancements in improving AEB technology is ‘commendable and promising’ says...

Car manufacturers have installed louder, more persistent seat belt reminders since the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) began rating the features in 2022.

Seatbelt reminders installed in vehicles are getting better

Parents and guardians in Ireland are being urged to make use of the Road Safety Authority’s (RSA) ‘Check it Fits’ service.

RSA in Ireland finds less than half of child car seats...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced its list of model year 2025 vehicles selected for testing as part of the agency’s 5-Star Safety Ratings under its New Car Assessment Program.

NHTSA to crash test 37 model year 2025 vehicles

Throughout the month of October, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) joined local and national transportation partners in recognizing Pedestrian Safety Month.

Enhancements to drive down pedestrian injuries and fatalities in Florida

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has highlighted the urgent need for drivers to cut-out distractions while behind the wheel at its Annual International Road Safety Conference.

Calls for driver distraction to be ‘stigmatised, not normalised’

A new report has urged action to ensure disabled people benefit from self-driving vehicles.

New report calls for action to ensure disabled people benefit from...

A new campaign aims to tackle speeding in Western Australia by challenging common excuses.

New campaign shatters excuses on speed

A fresh look at how new drivers are trained in New Zealand could be an opportunity to change driving culture and make the roads safer place, the AA has said.

Changing New Zealand’s licensing system could help turn around the country’s...

Plans aimed at enhancing road safety performance in Scotland have been revealed.

Action to boost road safety in Scotland

A new website aimed at helping parents and guardians to raise a generation of distraction-free, safe road users has been launched by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and State Farm.

New website offers tips to drive down distracted driving

More than 20,000 motorcyclists who died in crashes in the US since the mid-1970s would have survived if stronger helmet laws had been in place, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Lax helmet laws have killed more than 20,000 motorcyclists, study shows

Between 2019 and 2023, 324 drivers were killed, and 2,353 drivers were seriously injured on Irish roads, according to a new report from the Road Safety Authority (RSA).

New report reveals driver death toll on Irish roads

The National Safety Council has held a new campaign to help keep teens safe behind the wheel.

Campaign to keep teens safe on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and partners across the state have celebrated the ninth annual Mobility Week.

Annual Mobility Week promotes safe travel

New York State Police and local law enforcement are increasing patrols through Halloween, targeting impaired and reckless drivers.

Halloween enforcement campaign targets impaired and reckless drivers

With Halloween just days away, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is reminding everyone of the heightened risk of impaired during the holiday.

MADD warns of increase in impaired driving on Halloween

A four-month speed enforcement campaign saw more than 68,000 tickets issued.

More than 68,000 tickets issued during speed enforcement campaign

Almost nine out of 10 drivers of vehicles equipped with lane departure warning and prevention systems now keep them switched on, a new study from the (IIHS) has revealed.

Drivers are aware of benefits of crash avoidance systems

Volkswagen Group is aiming to increase road safety by using sensor and image data from customer vehicles in road traffic to continuously optimize driver assistance systems and automated driving functions.

VW to improve road safety by using information from real traffic...

Drivers are more likely to multitask when using partial automation, and some manage to do so even while playing by the rules of the systems’ attention requirements, according to new research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Drivers quickly learn to skirt limits set by partial automation systems

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