Reformation Austin News highlights the COVID-19 traffic trend of fewer vehicles on Texas roadways but the lack of a commensurate reduction in fatal crashes. TTI's Center for Transportation Safety Director Robert Wunderlich discusses his analysis of the data behind those findings. From the article: "Data from the institute show that traffic crashes in Texas during April were about half of their normal level, and fewer fatal crashes were recorded … [Read more...] about Texas Roads Less Crowded, but No Less Dangerous
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A Galaxy Not So Far Away: Safety Innovation at the 2020 Virtual Traffic Safety Conference
The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI's) Center for Transportation Safety (CTS) hosted the first ever virtual Traffic Safety Conference June 10–12, 2020. The conference, supported by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), focused on traffic safety issues and forward-looking research aligned with TxDOT’s goal to end all traffic fatalities on Texas roadways by 2050. For more information on the zero deaths goal, read TxDOT’s press … [Read more...] about A Galaxy Not So Far Away: Safety Innovation at the 2020 Virtual Traffic Safety Conference
The Safe System Approach with Robert Wunderlich, P.E.
Robert Wunderlich, P.E., ITE Fellow and Director of the Center for Transportation Safety at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, discusses the Safe System approach to reducing serious injuries and fatalities on roadways. He highlights the various aspects of the Safe System, including roadway design that reduces user error and lowers impact forces, and explains what transportation professionals can do to help implement a Safe System … [Read more...] about The Safe System Approach with Robert Wunderlich, P.E.
Distance Learning Is the New Normal: What TTI’s Youth Transportation Safety Program Is Doing for Young Drivers
During the school year, the TTI Center for Transportation Safety's Youth Transportation Safety (YTS) program is active in schools and communities across the country, supporting peer-led road safety education and outreach. However, due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and subsequent school closures for the rest of the academic year, the YTS program staff has adapted their in-school programs to accommodate distance learning. Much like teachers across … [Read more...] about Distance Learning Is the New Normal: What TTI’s Youth Transportation Safety Program Is Doing for Young Drivers
Tips to Be a Safe Pedestrian in 2020 (and Beyond)
Learning how to be a safer pedestrian may not be at the top of your New Year’s resolution list, but with a rise in pedestrian deaths, it’s time to consider adding it. Only six days into the New Year and Bryan, Texas — home to the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Headquarters — has already suffered two pedestrian crashes with one confirmed as fatal. “These two incidents are reflective of a larger trend across Texas, in which … [Read more...] about Tips to Be a Safe Pedestrian in 2020 (and Beyond)
Follow These Safety Tips as You Make Christmas and New Year’s Day Plans This Year
It’s that time of year again for holiday parties and family dinners. It also means driving to and from different places. Robert Wunderlich, director of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Center for Transportation Safety, sends these safety tips to you as you make travel plans this holiday season. Wear seatbelts — every trip, every person. Nearly half the people who die in Texas motor vehicle crashes are unbelted. Remind your … [Read more...] about Follow These Safety Tips as You Make Christmas and New Year’s Day Plans This Year
Eight Rules for Safer Holiday Travel This Thanksgiving
As you get together with family and friends, make sure you’re doing your best to stay safe and keep others safe. Robert Wunderlich, the director of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Center for Transportation Safety, offers eight practical travel rules to follow during the holidays. Wear seatbelts — every trip, every person. Nearly half of people who die in Texas motor vehicle crashes are unbelted. Buckle up, turkeys! Keep … [Read more...] about Eight Rules for Safer Holiday Travel This Thanksgiving
Statement on the Passing of Laura Mooney, TTI Associate Transportation Researcher
We are shocked and saddened over the death of our colleague, Laura Mooney. Her work ethic and passion for issues related to driving safety, especially regarding impaired driving, will never be duplicated. She was instrumental in the success of numerous TTI projects, including our Ignition Interlock Training Program and our State Impaired Driving Task Force. “Laura was a tireless and cheerful worker, and was deeply engaged in community … [Read more...] about Statement on the Passing of Laura Mooney, TTI Associate Transportation Researcher
Perez Wins First Place in Data Visualization at ATSIP’s 2019 Traffic Records Forum
Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) Assistant Research Scientist Marcie Perez won first place in the data visualization category for “investigating crash data through data visualization” at the 2019 Traffic Records Forum. The forum (Aug. 4–7, 2019) was hosted by the Association of Transportation Safety Information Professionals (ATSIP). Perez led the Aug. 6 session Data Visualization: Investigating Crash Data Through Data Visualization. … [Read more...] about Perez Wins First Place in Data Visualization at ATSIP’s 2019 Traffic Records Forum
Keep Kids Safe on the Road: Child Passenger Safety Week (2019)
This week, Sept. 15-21, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is sponsoring Child Passenger Safety Week. Whenever you're on the road, make sure your kids are secured in the correct car seat for their weight, age, and size, and that the seat itself is properly installed and secured in your vehicle. NHTSA's mission is to "save lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes." | Read More … [Read more...] about Keep Kids Safe on the Road: Child Passenger Safety Week (2019)