New Study Released on Safety Benefits of ADAS
Report shows ADAS will prevent crashes and save lives, but many factors will influence the size of the benefits and how quickly they accrue.
AAA Releases Study on Driver Inattention and Vehicle Automation
The study found that while vehicle automation offers drivers both safety and convenience, it may also have negative consequences.
NTSB: Alcohol, Cannabis Primary Drugs Detected in Impaired Drivers
Researchers found that alcohol remains the most often detected drug in impaired driving incidents, and cannabis is the second most common.
Study Released on COVID’s Impact on Traffic Safety
A study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that the number of traffic fatalities increased significantly in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Drivers Using Partial Automation Treat Vehicles as Self-Driving
Despite widespread warnings and numerous high-profile crash reports, drivers who use partial automation on a regular basis often treat their vehicles as fully self-driving.
AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Study: COVID Driving
The number and rate of traffic fatalities in the U.S. increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite a large reduction in the total number of miles driven on U.S. roads.
New Legislation Includes Vehicle Safety Provisions
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will make investments in some non-traditional items such as EV charging stations.
SCRS Announces ADAS and Safety Panel Lineup for SEMA OEM Summit
Abey Abraham and Scott Ulnick will give a market-based overview on the nuances of ADAS and a practical view on key existing technology and developments that can be expected in vehicles.
NTSB Chair Calls for New Approach to Highway Safety
Jennifer Homendy said the “Safe System” approach to highway safety embraced by other nations has led to reduced fatalities and crashes.
NHTSA Launches Influencer Campaign to Educate Drivers on ADAS
The U.S. DOT has launched a new series of safety videos demonstrating for the public the potential lifesaving benefits of several ADAS systems available in many new vehicles.
