Kansas City Star: Missouri is leading with smarter, safer roads. Other states should catch up

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July 17, 2025

Whether you’re behind the wheel or crossing the street, a single glance, text or swipe on your phone can change or end a life.

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August 20, 2025

National Roadway Safety, Government, Technology, Law Enforcement Leaders Convene in Pittsburgh

Traffic safety will be in the spotlight in Pittsburgh August 23-27 as leaders from across the country gather to build on recent safety momentum and save more lives.

Federal Research Projects

June 24, 2025

Causal Factors Associated with Higher Crash Rates Among Young Drivers that Delay Licensure (BTS-44)

This project seeks to identify why drivers who delay licensure until age 18+ have higher crash risks and whether driver training and-or GDL requirements can reduce this risk.

Federal Research Projects

June 24, 2025

Effects of Pre-hospital Blood Programs and Improved EMS Response Time on the Risk of Motor Vehicle Crash Mortality (BTS-43)

This project will seek to verify the estimate that 40 percent of people killed in motor vehicle crashes were alive at the scene and determine if improvements in pre-hospital care would increase survivability.