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Countermeasures That Work: An Introductory Resource For Rural Communities — National (07/01/2024)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA Kicks Off Click It or Ticket Campaign Targeting Seat Belt Use in Nighttime, Rural Crashes — National (05/16/2024)
Source: US Department of Transportation"NHTSA Kicks Off Click It or Ticket Campaign Targeting Seat Belt Use in Nighttime, Rural Crashes
Of the passenger vehicle occupants killed in 2022, more than half were unbelted in nighttime crashes"
A Proclamation on Older Americans Month, 2024 — National (04/30/2024)
Source: ExpertOlder Americans have worked their whole lives to achieve the American Dream for their families and communities, making our Nation stronger and building a future of possibilities for new generations. This month, we celebrate their immense contributions to our country and stand firm in our efforts to ensure that every American can age with the dignity and financial security that they deserve.
Taxonomy and Terms for Stakeholders of Older Adult Mobility — National (04/01/2024)
Source: ExpertReview the second edition of the Transportation Research Circular: Taxonomy and Terms for Stakeholders of Older Adult Mobility.
Older Population NHTSA Crash Stats 2021 — National (08/01/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationFor the purposes of this fact sheet, the term “older”—in relation to population, drivers, occupants, and nonoccupants—refers to people 65 and older.
NHTSA Crash Stats "Pedestrians" 2023 — National (08/01/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA Pedestrian Fact sheet for 2023. This fact sheet defines a pedestrian involved in a motor vehicle traffic crash as any person on foot, walking, running, jogging, hiking, sitting, or lying down.
Equity In Transportation; How Do We Get There? | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/07/2022)
Source: ExpertThe Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is a presentation recording of Equity in Transportation; How Do We Get There?
Pedestrian Bystander Care Animation — National (09/29/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationPedestrian bystander animation video by NHTSA.
The relationship between age and driving attitudes and behaviors among older Americans — National (05/21/2015)
Source: ExpertDue to a decreasing birth rate and longer life expectancy, the proportion of Americans over the age of 65 is expected to rise in coming years. Drivers over 65 drive two billion miles yearly, a number that will increase. For that reason, it is imperative to understand their attitudes and perceptions. It is also important to understand whether drivers over 65 can be treated as one cohesive group, or if there are differences among them.
Enhancing older driver safety: A driving survey and evaluation of the CarFit program — National
Source: ExpertTo evaluate CarFit, an educational program designed to promote optimal alignment of driver with vehicle.