NHTSA Preliminary Estimates Report: Truck-Related Fatalities Up 3%
Fatalities in crashes involving at least one large truck increased by 3% in 2018 from 2017, despite a decrease of about 1% for all vehicles combined over the same period, according to a preliminary report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
FMCSA, NHTSA Seek Comment on Automated Driving Systems
Two federal agencies are seeking public comment that would help in crafting regulations related to automated driving systems.
Senate Committee Approves NHTSA Nominee Heidi King
Heidi King took a step forward in her quest to become administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
NHTSA Probing Hyundai, Kia for Cars That Catch Fire
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating some 3 million U.S. vehicles made by Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp. after thousands of complaints that the vehicles went up in flames even without being involved in a crash.
Heidi King Renominated to Lead NHTSA
President Donald Trump on Jan. 16 nominated Heidi King to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and also announced more nominees for senior roles at other agencies that oversee safety and commerce.
Senate Action in Lame Duck Possible for Nominees, McConnell Says
Nominees for senior posts across federal transportation agencies have the potential to be included in an end-of-year measure that Senate leaders plan to formalize before the congressional session comes to a close.
Heidi King Nomination for NHTSA Post Advances to Senate Floor
The Commerce Committee on June 27 approved by a slim margin the nomination of Heidi King to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, setting up consideration on the Senate floor.
Vote on Heidi King for NHTSA Post Delayed
Concern that Democrats would vote as a block against the nomination of Heidi King to be administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration led to a delay in the scheduled vote, Sen. John Thune (R-S.D) told reporters May 21.
Road to Zero Group Announces Three More Safety Grant Winners
The Road to Zero Coalition announced three more recipients of the Safe System Innovation Grants on April 23.
Road to Zero Coalition Charts Ambitious Goal to Reduce Traffic Deaths by 2050
National Safety Council CEO Deborah Hersman noted the goal of the newly formed Road to Zero Coalition is to dramatically reduce traffic deaths.