Crashes continue to be a problem in work zones. Analyses have indicated that rear-end and sideswipe crashes are the most frequent. Investigators have hypothesized that distractions are often the cause … [Read more...] about Driving Simulator Evaluation of Driver Performance During Hands-Free Cell Phone Operation in a Work Zone: Driving Without a Clue.
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Roundabouts: A Direct Way to Safer Highways
The superior safety record of modern roundabouts is well-known in Western Europe and in most British-influenced countries around the globe. Still, many in North America question whether drivers who … [Read more...] about Roundabouts: A Direct Way to Safer Highways
Review of Behavioural Studies, Accident Studies and Research Methods
The present Deliverable 2 reports on the work carried out for Workpackage 2 of the ARROWS Project, titled Review of Behavioural Studies, Accident Studies and Research Methods. The main objectives of … [Read more...] about Review of Behavioural Studies, Accident Studies and Research Methods
Safety Effects of Fluorescent Yellow Warning Signs at Hazardous Sites in Daylight
Yellow warning signs are an important and abundant type of traffic control device. Improving warning signs could be a cost-effective countermeasure at hazardous locations. The use of fluorescent … [Read more...] about Safety Effects of Fluorescent Yellow Warning Signs at Hazardous Sites in Daylight
Highway Worker Saves Motorist after Freeway Crash
Lansing resident John Jenks, who works out of MDOT's Grand Ledge maintenance garage, was working on Interstate 96 near Lansing earlier this week. He was installing reflectors on a guard rail about … [Read more...] about Highway Worker Saves Motorist after Freeway Crash