"As the world's fastest drivers prepare to descend on Austin for the FIA Formula 1 United States Grand Prix from 17 to 19 October, the city will once again become a showcase for the very pinnacle of automotive performance and innovation. The Circuit of The Americas will echo with the sound of engines pushed to their limits, but for most of us, the daily commute is a rather less glamorous affair."
"It is a sobering fact that, in the United States, road traffic accidents remain one of the leading causes of death. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 39,345 people died in traffic crashes in 2024, with 17,140 lives already lost between January and June this year. Worryingly, research from the CDC shows that road traffic crashes are the world's leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5 to 29."
Austin will host the FIA Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, showcasing peak automotive performance and innovation while highlighting a shared focus on safety between motorsport and everyday driving. Road traffic accidents remain a leading cause of death in the United States, with an estimated 39,345 fatalities in 2024 and 17,140 deaths recorded between January and June. Road crashes are the top cause of death for people aged 5 to 29 globally. Most road deaths are preventable, driven primarily by speeding, alcohol, distracted driving, and failure to wear seatbelts. Technology firms are responding, with Waymo logging over 96 million rider-only miles.
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