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Newsby StaffApril 30, 2024

Automatic Emergency Braking Will be Required by 2029

Manufacturers must make automatic emergency braking standard in all new cars and light trucks sold by September 2029.

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Newsby Amy HercherApril 29, 2024

Few Small SUVs Performed Well in Crash Prevention Test

Only the Subaru Forester (out of 10 small SUVs evaluated) earned a good rating in the higher-speed vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test by IIHS, which evaluated performance with a motorcycle and semitrailer as well as a passenger car.

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Articlesby Chris BrownApril 25, 2024

How USIC Uses Telematics to Enhance Safety

In a pilot with Samsara, USIC was able to reduce mobile phone usage by 92%, no-seat-belt instances by 85%, and rolling stops by 50%. USIC dives deeper into other effective methods that will further promote safety and efficiency.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsApril 17, 2024

Over 450,000 Ford Escapes, Broncos, & Mavericks Included in Recent Recalls

Ford has announced two recalls in recent weeks - one due to a potential fire risk, and the other due to a potential loss of drive power.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 17, 2024

Pilot Program Data Reveals Speeding Reduction, Increased Road Awareness

The pilot program sought to make fleet drivers aware of vulnerable road users by by installing detection systems on fleet vehicles to provide drivers with enhanced visibility and real-time feedback on potential near misses.

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Articlesby Judie NuskeyApril 16, 2024

Safety First: Mastering Work Zone Awareness

Some basics on staying safe in work zones to protect yourself and others. Plus, a look at what’s in store for this year’s National Work Zone Awareness Week.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 12, 2024

Report: Distracted Driving Falls for First Time Since 2020

Cambridge estimates the reduction in distracted driving helped prevent over 55,000 crashes, 31,000 injuries, 250 fatalities, and close to $2.2 billion in economic damages.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2024

NHTSA: Traffic Fatalities Dipped 3.6% in 2023

The agency estimates that 40,990 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2023, as compared to 42,514 fatalities reported in 2022.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 4, 2024

Netradyne Introduces Driver Score System to Boost Driver Safety

Once a positive measurement is achieved by a driver, Netradyne’s Driver·i devices automatically capture video and award a Driver Streak, a subtype of DriverStars within the Netradyne system.

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Articlesby Judie NuskeyApril 4, 2024

How Distraction Affects a Driver's Safety

Why distracted driving is on the rise, why there is a month surrounding awareness of the growing problem, and a look at technology aimed toward curbing the dangerous behavior.

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