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Pedestrians often rely on safety measures such as high-visibility clothing to stand out, especially at night. But what if those same clothes confuse the very technology designed to protect them? A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) suggests that some pedestrian automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems struggle to detect people wearing...

Most car crashes aren’t random events—they’re preventable. In many cases, reckless or negligent driving behaviors are to blame. According to a recent AAA study, three major factors frequently lead to serious collisions: speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving. “Behind every deadly statistic is a real person,” said Dr. David Yang, President and Executive Director of...

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it’s also a dangerous period on our roads. December is recognized as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month to remind us of the need to make responsible choices before drinking. Drunk driving accident statistics Even one drink can impair visual function, judgment, and motor skills....

Most people know how dangerous drunk drivers can be on the road. But what about drowsy driving? While driving tired might not seem like a big deal, drowsy drivers can be just as dangerous as drivers who are under the influence of alcohol. And just like drunk driving accidents, car accidents caused by drowsy drivers...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently proposed new vehicle design guidelines and safety testing regulations intended to reduce the number of pedestrian accidents, which have reached record highs in recent years nationwide and many states, including Indiana. "We have a crisis of roadway deaths, and it's even worse among vulnerable road users like...

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is shifting gears on road safety with its latest initiative, Saving Lives with Connectivity: A Plan to Accelerate V2X Deployment. This new strategy seeks to drive vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology adoption nationwide, putting the pedal to the metal in the race to reduce fatal car accidents to zero. V2X technology...

Car accidents frequently happen due to reckless or negligent driving. To address this issue, road safety advocates have designated August as National Traffic Awareness Month. According to National Today, this annual campaign “aims to shed light on the safety rules that can help prevent major or minor accidents from taking place.” An alarming spike in...

Fort Wayne is gearing up for a major overhaul of four major roads in its southeastern sector. The city recently received a $3.8 million federal grant from the 2024 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation. This funding will kickstart traffic safety upgrades to curb speeding...

As we eagerly anticipate the joys of summer vacations and fun-filled activities, teen drivers face increased risks on the road during this time of year. In fact, car accidents remain the leading cause of death for teenagers, particularly those between the ages of 16 and 19. It's important for parents and guardians to remain vigilant...

As the warmer weather arrives, motorcycle riding offers an exhilarating sense of freedom and adventure on Indiana's roads. However, riding comes with some risks, especially when sharing the road with negligent drivers. Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, which takes place nationally each May, is an important reminder for all vehicle drivers to watch out for motorcyclists...