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News•November 18, 2013

More Than One in Four Drivers Admit to Drowsy Driving

A new AAA study concludes that motorists ages 19-24 are the most likely to drive fatigued, despite crash risk.

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News•November 15, 2013

Toyota to Congress: Consider Safety In Roadway Wireless Plan

Toyota Motor Corp. told a House Committee on Wednesday that the federal government shouldn't allow expanded wireless internet access on roadways until it can ensure driving safety.

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News•November 15, 2013

Volkswagen Recalling 2.6 Million Vehicles Worldwide

Three separate recalls will address problems involving gearbox electronics, light fuses and leaky fuel lines.

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News•November 15, 2013

GM Recalling Nearly 60K Malibus Globally

In two separate actions, the automaker will address problems involving electrical and HVAC issues.

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News•November 14, 2013

Video: NHTSA Advances Three Vehicle Safety Technologies

Working with the auto industry, the federal agency hopes to fast-track widespread use of seatbelt interlocks, driver alcohol-detection systems and forward collision avoidance systems.

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News•November 14, 2013

Traffic Fatalities Increased In 2012

NHTSA data show that motorcycle rider and pedestrian fatalities rose for the third straight year in 2012 -- 7.1 percent and 6.4 percent, respectively, compared to figures in 2011.

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News•November 13, 2013

AfMA Announces Early Bird Conference Registration

The Australasian Fleet Management Association (AfMA) has announced the beginning of early bird registration for the 2014 Australasian Fleet Conference and Exhibition.

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News•November 13, 2013

Fleet Safety Video Tip: Winter Driving

Here's advice from the Wisconsin DOT along with an instructional video from the U.S. Army.

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News•November 13, 2013

Smartphone Use a Growing Temptation for Older Drivers

Smart phone ownership has dramatically spread to older age groups in the past five years, creating even more potential for widespread driver distraction, a new State Farm report warns.

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News•November 11, 2013

Video: Mich. Researchers Want Autonomous Vehicles By 2021

A new government-industry partnership, based at the University of Michigan, envisions a future transportation system reliant on networked driverless vehicles.

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