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fromFast Company
5 hours ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
Mission District
fromsfist.com
22 hours ago

Crash Involving Muni Bus and Car Sends Four to Hospital

A Muni bus collided with a car in the Mission District, injuring four people, including three bus passengers and the car driver.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 hours ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
fromLos Angeles Times
19 hours ago

Riderless scooter in roadway causes multicar collision on 110 Freeway in Los Angeles

The unexpected object in the middle of the highway just after midnight caused a 'multi-vehicle collision' on the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway near Adams Boulevard.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 hours ago

Toddler killed in San Jose pedestrian crash: police

"She was hysterical, she had her hands over her eyes. And I think the baby left in the ambulance without her because we saw the mother get into a police vehicle...And I just said we're praying for you and she said thank you."
California
#traffic-safety
fromAcross New York, NY Patch
2 weeks ago
New York City

New Data On Fatal NY Traffic Crashes Released By Feds

Traffic deaths in New York fell to 1,011 in 2025, an 8.2% decline from 2024, contributing to the lowest national fatality rate in history.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago
California

Letters: Preventable fatal crashes are not mere accidents

Many traffic collisions result from preventable driver negligence and should not be dismissed as mere 'accidents'.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
12 hours ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
#london
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Woman fighting for life after car crashes into pedestrians on central London street

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
23 hours ago

Daly City Police Officer Crashes Into Two People on E-Bike In Visitacion Valley

Two e-bike riders were seriously injured in San Francisco when a Daly City police officer's patrol car struck them.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Man fatally struck by Queens 7 train, causing morning delays | amNewYork

The 7 line is experiencing delays due to a fatal incident involving a straphanger in Queens.
Environment
fromFortune
1 day ago

Scientists are burning homes to protect them in wildfires: 'We crash test houses' | Fortune

Better materials and strategic landscaping can protect homes from increasing wildfire risks.
#traffic-accident
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

74-year-old man struck and killed on FDR Drive, police say

A 74-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Manhattan's FDR Drive.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

74-year-old man struck and killed on FDR Drive, police say

A 74-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Manhattan's FDR Drive.
#waymo
Roam Research
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
Roam Research
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo and Waze collaborate to report potholes, aiding cities in maintenance and improving road conditions for drivers and robotaxi passengers.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Body Found Near SF On-Ramp Shortly After Weekend Construction on I-80

A deceased person was found near a SoMa freeway onramp, likely due to a drug overdose, shortly after construction work was completed.
Boston
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

The driver and passenger of the SUV suffered minor injuries, police say | CBC News

A motorcycle collision with an SUV in Hamilton resulted in one man's death and left two others with minor injuries.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Tesla Driver Alarmed as FSD Takes Him Directly Into the Path of an Oncoming Train

About the time I realized I was moving, the bar is right there, like right in front of me. I would like to say I wasn't rattled, but it rattled me just a wee little bit, you know.
Toronto startup
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Queens mystery: Man hospitalized after being found covered in blood inside parked minivan | amNewYork

A man of unknown age was found sitting in a brown Toyota minivan covered in blood, prompting a 911 call from a good Samaritan.
NYC LGBT
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Driver killed in seven-car crash at Germany's Nuerburgring

Juha Miettinen died in a seven-car pile-up during a race at Nuerburgring, prompting event suspension and condolences from the motorsport community.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Teen on electric motorcycle hits 81-year-old, leaves him fighting for his life, authorities say

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for hitting an 81-year-old pedestrian with an electric motorcycle and fleeing the scene.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Community shocked after judge dismisses charges against driver who killed 3 people | CBC News

Justice Mark Edwards stated that the actions of Baglieri were not criminal, emphasizing that the law does not criminalize conduct simply because a driver made a terrible mistake.
Law
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars were seized in the UK last year, the highest in 17 years, with Birmingham being a major hotspot.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

2 bicyclists hit by Daly City police car; 1 taken to hospital in serious condition, officials say

The accident occurred just before 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Velasco Avenue and Accaia Street, involving a police vehicle and two cyclists.
California
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
20 hours ago

Monday Night Stabbing Leaves One Man Critically Injured Near Sixth Street

A 42-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood.
Cars
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Can This Tool Predict Where Your City's Next Car Crash Will Happen? - Streetsblog USA

A new AI tool, StreetVision, predicts traffic crash hotspots to enhance road safety and inform preventive measures.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

A 29-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges after a car hit pedestrians in London, leaving one woman in life-threatening condition.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Baby dies after being found unresponsive in back of car in Toronto, police say | CBC News

A baby was found unresponsive in a car in Toronto and later pronounced dead at a hospital.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Vigil to Be Held Monday for Pedestrian Killed In SoMa Hit-and-Run

Dannielle Spillman, a 74-year-old trans woman, was fatally struck by a driver in SoMa, prompting a vigil in her honor.
#brooklyn
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

FDNY Activity Snarls Traffic Near Myrtle And Adelphi In Brooklyn

Heavy emergency activity in Brooklyn is causing traffic delays, road closures, and mass transit disruptions; commuters are advised to use alternate routes.
Boston
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

A Brooklyn nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was struck and killed by a Maimonides Medical Center ambulance that did not stop.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 weeks ago

Woman killed by ambulance driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, sources say

A woman was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by an ambulance that fled the scene.
#hit-and-run
US news
fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
5 days ago

New video shows close call between plane, vehicle at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

An American Airlines pilot had to stop abruptly at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to avoid a collision with a vehicle on the taxiway.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Suspect sought for assaulting man on a Bronx bus | amNewYork

Police are seeking a suspect in a Bronx bus assault that injured a 79-year-old man.
Law
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

MTA rolls out realistic bus driver training simulators in the Bronx | amNewYork

The new technology allows drivers to see actual New York streets and experiences, which ultimately makes bus rides safer for customers. The more we can give them real tools to simulate what real life is like, the better they're going to be once they hit the road.
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Orange County makes the call, ends freeway call box service

"While the need for safe, reliable roadside assistance hasn't changed, the way people access help has," Transportation Authority spokesperson Eric Carpenter stated. "We're focusing on modern tools like 511 and freeway service patrols to deliver faster service while reducing the need for drivers to leave their vehicles in potentially dangerous conditions."
California
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Driver dies after vehicle collides with multiple trees in Oshawa neighbourhood, police say | CBC News

A 40-year-old man died after his vehicle struck multiple trees in Oshawa.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

One person dead and one with life-threatening injuries' after car hits pedestrians outside Melbourne showgrounds

A grey Toyota mounted the kerb on Langs Road and struck two pedestrians just before 5pm, police said in a statement.
London politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

SFPD Arrests Driver In Chinatown Crash That Killed One Pedestrian, Injured Another

The gentleman was trying to park in a parking spot and lost control of his vehicle, drove across the street and unfortunately hit two folks on the sidewalk.
San Francisco
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Three young men injured, one seriously, in single-vehicle crash involving van in Limerick

A single-vehicle collision on R445 Dublin Road in Limerick resulted in injuries to three male occupants, with one sustaining serious injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

SIU investigating Orillia school bus crash where youth was seriously hurt | CBC News

A dump truck collided with a school bus in Orillia, resulting in serious injuries to a young person and an ongoing SIU investigation.
#nypd
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago
New York City

Person hospitalized after NYPD truck collides with car in Coney Island

A person was hospitalized after an NYPD truck collided with a car in Coney Island, and EMS transported them to NYU Langone Health-Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
5 days ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Pedestrian dead after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga: police | CBC News

A man had been hit and was pronounced dead at the scene, they said. Police said on social media that the driver and vehicle stayed behind at the scene.
Canada news
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Voorhees law of traffic: when overtaken slow cars seem to always catch up at a red light

Mathematics reveals that the perception of slower cars catching up at traffic lights is an illusion, as spacing remains constant on average.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Police van crashes into car on busy south London street - five people rushed to hospital

Five people were hospitalized after a police van and a car collided in south-east London.
#vehicle-collision
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

6 people hospitalized after car crash in Mission District, 2 with serious injuries

A car struck two pedestrians and another vehicle in San Francisco's Mission District, leaving two pedestrians with life-threatening injuries and four others with minor injuries.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

1 dead, 10 injured after multi-vehicle collision involving an FDNY truck in Brooklyn

A multi-vehicle collision in Brooklyn killed one person and injured ten others when a van struck an FDNY truck, triggering a chain reaction crash.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

6 people hospitalized after car crash in Mission District, 2 with serious injuries

A car struck two pedestrians and another vehicle in San Francisco's Mission District, leaving two pedestrians with life-threatening injuries and four others with minor injuries.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

1 dead, 10 injured after multi-vehicle collision involving an FDNY truck in Brooklyn

A multi-vehicle collision in Brooklyn killed one person and injured ten others when a van struck an FDNY truck, triggering a chain reaction crash.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If technology could bring traffic fatalities down to nearly zero, why not embrace it?

Compact, low-rise villages and cities made sense based on how far people could reasonably travel on foot or by horse. This was true all the way up until the late 1800s. Then came an invention that let people travel incredible distances in seconds, entirely reshaping cities with dense population clusters.
Miscellaneous
#pedestrian-fatality
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Pedestrian dead after 2 cars crash in northwest Toronto, 1 knocks down pole, police say | CBC News

A pedestrian died after a pole fell on them following a two-car collision in Toronto on Friday evening.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Driver injured after SF police collide with car while in pursuit of another vehicle

Two SFPD officers crashed during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle; a driver was hospitalized and the suspect's car was later found abandoned in Oakland.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

CHP arrests San Jose driver after violent crash splits car in half

A San Jose woman was arrested after her vehicle split in half crashing into a tree on Interstate 280, with both occupants surviving but one severely injured.
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