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NHTSA: In 2015, there were 32,166 fatal motor vehicle traffic crashes resulting in 35,092 fatalities. Of these 32,166 fatal traffic crashes, there were 15,293 (48%) that occurred in rural areas, 14,414 (45%) that occurred in urban areas, and 2,459 (8%) that occurred in unknown areas (not enough information to determine if the crashes were inside […]
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 […]
This bulletin contains information about the USDOT SBIR Awards, the National Transportation Noise Map, integrating space vehicle operations into the National airspace System, and safer and more reliable Automotive Electronic Control System.
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) launched the Stop! Trains Can’t campaign aimed at young male motorists to make the right choice at railroad crossings. The campaign is the latest in a two-year effort by DOT to reduce accidents, and ultimately fatalities, at railroad crossings around the country. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) […]
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 U.S. DOT Federal Highway Administration just announced it has updated its Highway Statistic Series publication with data from 2015. This study includes data for states’ Population, Land Area, Motor Fuel Use and more
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 […]
