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Gap Exists Between Seniors' Opinion of Driving Ability and Performance
May 29, 2012 — The majority of older adults rate themselves as excellent drivers though one in four had a wreck in previous five ... > full story -
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Civil Engineers Find Savings Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Stiffer Roads Reduce Fuel Consumption
May 22, 2012 — Pavement deflection under vehicle tires makes for a continuous uphill drive that increases fuel consumption, new research shows. A new study by civil engineers at MIT shows that using stiffer ... > full story -
Unsafe at Any Speed: Even for Driving Pros, Distractions Increase Crash Risk
May 22, 2012 — The ringing cell phone you're reaching to answer. The text message that demands a reply now. The GPS you're trying to program as you're frantically rushing to your destination. They're just a few ... > full story -
Teens Especially Susceptible to Distracted Driving
May 18, 2012 — More than 5,000 people die each year in vehicle crashes caused by distracted driving, many who were texting and talking on cellphones behind the wheel, according to new research. Teen drivers appear ... > full story -
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Distracted Drivers Think of Themselves as Good Drivers, Research Suggests
May 10, 2012 — Researchers are studying drivers who multitask behind the wheel, especially drivers who try to text or call while driving. The study found evidence that texting while driving increases the chance of ... > full story -
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Heart Attack Survivors Living Close to Highways Face Higher 10-Year Death Risk
May 7, 2012 — Living close to a major highway poses a significant risk to heart attack survivors, reinforcing the need to isolate housing developments from heavy traffic areas, a Beth Israel Deaconess Medical ... > full storyMore: -
Connected Traffic System for Emergency Responders Demonstrated
May 4, 2012 — A prototype "smart drive" connected traffic system that can clear red light signals and warn of traffic tie-ups has been ... > full story -
Building Better Asphalt With Nanoclays
May 4, 2012 — Using nanotechnology, researchers are paving the way for brand-new asphalt blends to fight off cracks, rutting and ... > full story -
Teen-Led Study Highlights Dangers of Texting and Driving
April 29, 2012 — Some people have questioned whether a ban on texting while driving will actually lead to more crashes because drivers will conceal their cell phones, making it more dangerous to read and type ... > full story -
Driven to Distraction: Anticipating Cell Phone Calls May Increase Risk of a Crash
April 29, 2012 — It's well-known that using a cell phone while driving can lead to motor vehicle crashes. New research shows that even anticipating calls or messages may distract drivers may increase the risk of a ... > full story
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