The school year is in full swing. Staying alert is important for pedestrians and drivers to keep children safe. New data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that 104 people died in crashes related to school transportation in 2022. More than 1,000 died from 2013-2022, and 198 of those individuals were children […]
Raising Awareness: National Stop on Red Week
National Stop on Red Week takes place in August each year. The campaign raises awareness of the dangers of running red lights. National Stop on Red Week is a reminder that road safety is a shared responsibility. Always stop on red. It’s the law and it saves lives. Saving a few seconds at a light […]
How it Works: Driver Assistance Technologies
More than 42,500 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many of these incidents were related to human error. Driver assistance technologies are designed to help reduce crashes, keeping you, your passenger, other drivers, and pedestrians safe. Keep reading to find out how they can […]
CPSC Reports 33% Increase in Off-highway Vehicle Fatalities
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released its annual report on deaths and injuries from off-highway vehicles (OHVs). OHVs include all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), four-wheelers, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and other vehicles capable of off-highway travel. Riding an OHV should be a fun experience, but it’s important to follow safety guidelines. In this article, we’re […]
Automatic Emergency Braking Required for Vehicle Manufacturers Starting in 2029
Automatic emergency braking reduces motor vehicle crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently finalized a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that will make automatic emergency braking standard on all passenger cars and light trucks by September 2029. The automatic braking standard is anticipated to significantly reduce rear-end and pedestrian collisions. NHTSA is […]
