Statements

Statement on NHTSA NPRM on Front Passenger and Rear Seat Belt Reminders

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to require passenger vehicles be equipped with seat belt use warning systems for the right front seat passenger and passengers in the rear seats. The current Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) (208) only requires a seat belt warning for the driver’s seat.  Extending these protections to all seating positions is urgently needed.

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Statement on National Stop On Red Week 2023

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This first full week of August is “National Stop on Red Week,” a reminder for all drivers to obey all traffic lights. More than 1,100 people were killed in crashes that involved red light running in 2021, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

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Press Conference: Need for Autonomous Vehicles Regulations | July 25, 2023

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(Washington-July 25, 2023) Safety leaders, victims’ advocates and others voiced their concerns about legislation on autonomous vehicles (AVs) which does not include needed safeguards and regulations to protect all road users in advance of a hearing on legislation Wednesday, July…

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Remarks by Cathy Chase, President, on Autonomous Vehicle Safety | July 25, 2023

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Remarks by Cathy Chase, President Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety July 25, 2023 Safety leaders, victims’ advocates and others will voice their concerns about legislation on autonomous vehicles (AVs) which does not include needed safeguards and regulations to protect…

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