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Navigant Research released a study claiming that Ford was leading the pack in developing self-driving cars. Some of the factors of the study were: Demonstrating that the company had a strategic vision Execution capabilities to develop and deploy them
IBM is developing a technology that can help determine if a person or a self-driving system should take control, taking into account the driver’s physical condition and the mechanical function of the vehicle. James Kozloski an IBM master inventor says, “What we are doing is envisioning a self-driving vehicle that is able to assess the […]
The rapid evolution of electronic control and connectivity in motor vehicles has multiplied challenges for vehicle safety assurance. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration turned to Volpe’snationally recognized advanced vehicle technology team to assess the safety and reliability of emerging electronic control systems.
The United States Government’s has implemented a freeze on regulations related to the minimum sound requirements for Hybrid and Electric vehicles.
CBSNEWS: If you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new study suggests you would be wise to take your medication if you want to lower your chances of getting into a car accident.
Transportation.gov: U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Federal Highway Administration, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration are joining forces with the National Safety Council (NSC) to launch the Road to Zero coalition with the goal of ending fatalities on the nation’s roads within the next 30 years. The Department of Transportation has committed $1 […]
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Deadly encounters between police officers and motorists have lawmakers across the country thinking driver’s education should require students to be taught what to do in a traffic stop. A North Carolina bill would require instructors to describe “appropriate interactions with law enforcement officers.” Illinois passed a similar law recently, and another awaits the Virginia governor’s […]
This article deals with Teen Drivers, Drowsy Driving and Distracted Driving. If you have any interest in these, read the article.
Road freight transportation represents a long-standing transportation safety and public health problem in the United States (US). In 2014, there were an estimated 438,000 large truck-involved crashes in the US, resulting in 3,903 people killed and approximately 111,000 injured. This report focuses of improving the safety of older truck drivers on the road.