Collisions between vehicles and pedestrians represent a significant road safety problem and are overrepresented at night-time, with pedestrians being up to seven times more likely to be involved in a … [Read more...] about Research Initiatives to Improve the Visibility and Hence Safety of Road Workers at Night-Time
Develop Methods to Reduce or Prevent Backing Crashes
Workplace motor vehicle incidents at Caltrans are a significant cause of injuries, employee lost time, and property damage. Because backing crashes are major contributors to motor vehicle incidents, … [Read more...] about Develop Methods to Reduce or Prevent Backing Crashes
Effectiveness of Automated Speed Enforcement in Work Zones
The performance of automated speed-radar photo enforcement (SPE) implemented in work zones in Illinois has been evaluated. The objective of SPE is to improve the speed limit compliance and improve … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Automated Speed Enforcement in Work Zones
SHA Announces Website to Aid Drivers
With the rising rate of gas prices, the Maryland State Highway Administration hopes to ease commuters pains with an online tool to inform them of construction zones and possible delays. The new online … [Read more...] about SHA Announces Website to Aid Drivers
Crashes Increase on Lloyd Expy Construction Zones
Heavy construction on the Lloyd Expressway caused not only delays but also crashes. There had been 24 accidents in the past three weeks, 15 of which were caused by distracted drivers. Construction is … [Read more...] about Crashes Increase on Lloyd Expy Construction Zones
Wheelchair Trip Hits Roadblock
A trip to the library leaves a blind wheelchair bound man feeling frustrated and helpless. Robert Detcher, a 67-year-old stroke survivor, legally blind and physically disabled, found all his routes … [Read more...] about Wheelchair Trip Hits Roadblock