This study investigates how cognitive distraction affects driver behaviour on a two-lane motorway reduced to one lane (the left) in a short-term work zone along a left-hand curve. Forty-two … [Read more...] about How Cognitive Distraction Affects Motorway Short-Term Work Zone Safety Along Curves: A Driving Simulation Study
Traffic Violations
Colorado to Begin Using Photo Radar Cameras on Highways
The Colorado Department of Transportation is set to implement photo radar speed cameras on highways starting in April as part of an effort to reduce crashes and fatalities. Initially deployed in … [Read more...] about Colorado to Begin Using Photo Radar Cameras on Highways
Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
The aim of this study is to identify factors that affect injury severity levels of work zone rear-end crashes with high collision speeds (35 mi/hr). Using statewide crash data provided by the South … [Read more...] about Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Michigan is implementing automated cameras in work zones and on school buses to enhance road safety by reducing speeding and enforcing traffic laws. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation … [Read more...] about Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Michigan has enacted House Bills 4132 and 4133, introducing safety cameras in construction work zones to curb speeding and enhance worker safety. The state joins 23 others already using this … [Read more...] about Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Work Zone Sting Operation Puts Troopers in PennDOT Vehicles
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police have launched "Operation Yellow Jacket," a safety initiative to protect construction workers in work zones. Troopers will monitor drivers from inside yellow … [Read more...] about Work Zone Sting Operation Puts Troopers in PennDOT Vehicles