Focusing on Safer Roads and Safer Speeds
March 28, 2024 – After a decade of stalling progress, traffic fatalities surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, culminating in 42,795 lives lost in 2022, with a particular spike in incidents involving speeding, impaired driving, and pedestrian fatalities. This alarming trend underscores the need for innovative approaches to transportation safety, including the National Roadway Safety Strategy and Complete Streets policies. It’s a critical shift towards prioritizing the safety and well-being of all road users in the United States.