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Scientists at Rice University created a roadside sensor the size of an orange that helps self-driving cars see hidden obstacles like pedestrians and cyclists. The device works like a second set of eyes, catching blind spots that car sensors miss.
New Zealand proposes letting children 12 and under ride bikes on footpaths, finally matching what families already do. The rule change aims to help parents make safer choices while keeping kids active.
A grieving Perth mother turned her daughter's tragic death into sweeping road safety reform after seeing the accused drunk driver back on the road just two months later. Western Australia will now enforce tougher licence suspensions for dangerous drivers facing serious charges.
After surviving a highway rollover at age six, 14-year-old Surya Uthkarsha from Bengaluru founded The Marg Initiative to teach children road safety before they start driving. His youth-led program has reached over 50,000 people through school workshops and an educational mobile game.
Nigeria's road safety agency has slashed emergency response times from 50 to 15 minutes while digitizing 95% of operations. The country once ranked among the world's most dangerous for drivers now leads Africa in road safety innovation.
A Nigerian advocacy group just unveiled a one-minute drama campaign to tackle the country's deadly road safety crisis through behavior change. The Akin Fadeyi Foundation is calling on citizens to take personal responsibility after 2025 saw over 5,000 road deaths.
A Nigerian foundation is taking a fresh approach to road safety by calling for both government accountability and citizen responsibility. With over 5,000 deaths reported in a recent period, the campaign aims to shift behavior beyond just awareness.
A driver escaped injury after his car flipped onto an embankment during Monday's storm in Calabasas, thanks to quick thinking and a stranger who stopped to help. The rescue shows how small acts of courage can make all the difference when weather turns dangerous.
Starting February 20, 2026, all transport vehicles in Telangana must have QR-verified reflective stickers to improve nighttime visibility and prevent accidents. The innovative system uses verified holograms and serial numbers to ensure only quality safety equipment protects drivers on poorly lit roads.
A Nigerian state slashed traffic accidents by nearly 40% in just one year through smart infrastructure improvements and community education. The Federal Road Safety Corps credits the dramatic decline to urban renewal projects and grassroots safety campaigns.
When a fuel tanker toppled over at a busy Kaduna roundabout early Sunday morning, emergency teams worked together to prevent what could have been a deadly explosion. Zero casualties were reported thanks to their swift coordination. #
During a Congressional hearing, Waymo revealed its "self-driving" taxis receive guidance from human operators in the Philippines and other countries when they encounter tricky road situations. While this raises questions about autonomy, it shows companies are prioritizing safety by keeping humans in the loop.
Kyle Mais just won Jamaica's top racing title, and he's using his platform to save lives on the island's deadly streets. His message: speed belongs on the track, not where families drive.
Lagos State is launching a four-day program to provide 10,000 professional drivers with free eye exams, medical consultations, and safety screenings. The initiative targets truck and commercial drivers who keep Nigeria's largest city moving.
Waymo is using Google's AI to simulate wild scenarios like tornados, floods, and rogue elephants to prepare self-driving cars for the unexpected. The breakthrough helps make autonomous vehicles safer without putting anyone at risk.
The robotaxi company just secured the largest autonomous vehicle investment in history and plans to bring safer rides to Tokyo, London, and dozens of US cities. After 127 million miles and 90% fewer crashes than human drivers, the future of transportation is accelerating.
Police in Anantapur, India are giving roses and silver coins to motorcyclists who wear helmets, turning road safety into a celebration. The creative campaign also requires helmets to purchase gas, addressing a leading cause of traffic deaths.
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Ten-year-old Azariah Pietersen is healing after a serious accident last September, and her family's determination is finally moving officials to act on long-needed safety improvements. Their advocacy could protect countless children in this South African neighborhood.
After his friend died in a preventable crash, Daniel Foley launched a round-the-clock taxi service for elderly and disabled residents in Hamilton, Montana. The former bus driver now provides safe rides for anyone who needs them, hoping to prevent future tragedies.
Starting this week, travelers at San Francisco International Airport can catch fully autonomous Waymo rides, making SFO one of the first major U.S. airports to embrace driverless transportation. The service marks a major milestone for both everyday convenience and road safety innovation.
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