Connecticut has introduced a mandatory work zone safety course for new drivers in response to a rise in fatal incidents in highway work zones. The free online course, required for all learner’s permit … [Read more...] about New ‘Zone’ Rule Means Millions of Americans Now Forced to Take Extra Driving License Test After Spike in Deadly Crashes
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Evaluating Driver Response to a Speed Feedback Trailer at Median Crossovers Within Freeway Construction Work Zones
A series of field evaluations were performed to assess the speed reduction effects of a speed feedback trailer (SFT) positioned at various locations before and after a median crossover section within … [Read more...] about Evaluating Driver Response to a Speed Feedback Trailer at Median Crossovers Within Freeway Construction Work Zones
Evaluating Driver Response to Speed Feedback Trailers and Digital Speed Limit Signs Positioned Near the Work Area Within Freeway Construction Work Zones
A series of field evaluations were conducted within work zone lane closures on rural freeways in Michigan to determine 1) the optimal positioning of a speed feedback trailer (SFT) approaching an … [Read more...] about Evaluating Driver Response to Speed Feedback Trailers and Digital Speed Limit Signs Positioned Near the Work Area Within Freeway Construction Work Zones
Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Ohio’s Move Over law plays a critical role in protecting roadside and work zone personnel, yet recent enforcement and crash data highlight ongoing safety concerns. Since January 2025, Ohio Department … [Read more...] about Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Kentucky Using Automated Speed Enforcement Devices
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has begun installing the state’s first automated speed enforcement devices in active highway work zones as part of a statewide safety initiative authorized by House … [Read more...] about Kentucky Using Automated Speed Enforcement Devices
A Safety Service Patrol Case Study in the Use of Vehicle-Mounted Message Boards to Promote Move-Over Behavior
Move over, slow down laws have been enacted in all 50 U.S. states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, to make safety service patrol (SSP) personnel safer. Emergency vehicle lighting and … [Read more...] about A Safety Service Patrol Case Study in the Use of Vehicle-Mounted Message Boards to Promote Move-Over Behavior