As part of its Quick Hits series, this article reports that 23 vehicles have crashed into road closure gates since 2020, with incidents increasing during recent winters, according to the Wyoming … [Read more...] about WYDOT Says Cars Crashing Into Highway Closure Gates Are Increasing
Highway Safety
FDOT’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge Highlights Connected and Digital Technologies for Work Zone Safety
The Florida Department of Transportation’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge, held in Orlando alongside an Associated Contractors of America Florida event, showcased emerging technologies designed to improve … [Read more...] about FDOT’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge Highlights Connected and Digital Technologies for Work Zone Safety
California Implements Speed Cameras in Highway Work Zones to Boost Safety
Assembly Bill 289, authored by Matt Haney, has taken effect in California, authorizing the use of automated speed cameras in highway work zones to improve safety for motorists and approximately 80,000 … [Read more...] about California Implements Speed Cameras in Highway Work Zones to Boost Safety
Colorado Will Deploy More Speed Enforcement Cameras in 2026, as Pilot Program Shows 80% Decline in Speeding, CDOT Says
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reports that its new automated Speed Enforcement Program has reduced speeding by nearly 80% along a pilot corridor on Colorado Highway 119 in Boulder … [Read more...] about Colorado Will Deploy More Speed Enforcement Cameras in 2026, as Pilot Program Shows 80% Decline in Speeding, CDOT Says
Impact of HMI on Driver Behavior and Safety in Rural Work Zones: A Naturalistic Driving Approach
With the rapid development of vehicle-to-everything technology, human–machine interaction (HMI) systems are increasingly used in driving. This study investigates the impact of HMI technology on … [Read more...] about Impact of HMI on Driver Behavior and Safety in Rural Work Zones: A Naturalistic Driving Approach
Investigating Implementation Practices and Initiatives for Using Blue Light to Enhance Work Zone Safety in the United States
Using appropriate warning lights in roadway work zones is crucial for the safety of workers and road users. Several state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) in the United States have conducted … [Read more...] about Investigating Implementation Practices and Initiatives for Using Blue Light to Enhance Work Zone Safety in the United States