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Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
13 hours ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
fromEngadget
5 hours ago

NHTSA closes probe into Tesla's remote parking crashes

Investigators reported 159 incidents involving Tesla's Smart Summon feature, which constitutes less than one percent of the millions of Summons sessions conducted by owners.
Cars
#traffic-accident
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Driver Strikes, Seriously Injures Two Pedestrians, Then Hits Oncoming Car in SF's Mission District

Two pedestrians suffered potentially life-threatening injuries in San Francisco's Mission District after being struck by a driver who then collided with an oncoming vehicle, injuring four additional passengers.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Driver Strikes, Seriously Injures Two Pedestrians, Then Hits Oncoming Car in SF's Mission District

Two pedestrians suffered potentially life-threatening injuries in San Francisco's Mission District after being struck by a driver who then collided with an oncoming vehicle, injuring four additional passengers.
Toronto startup
from99% Invisible
8 hours ago

Service Request #5: Is My Car in a Lot of Trouble? - 99% Invisible

Predatory towing involves companies impounding vehicles and demanding inflated fees, often using aggressive tactics and local spotters.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

Ebike and e-scooter fires in the UK surged to record levels in 2025, raising safety concerns over lithium batteries and unregulated sales.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
15 hours ago

Man's death from battling ebike lithium-ion battery fire prompts warning from San Jose Fire Dept.

Lithium battery fires from e-bikes pose significant dangers, leading to toxic smoke and potential fatalities, as highlighted by a recent incident in San Jose.
#brooklyn
fromCbsnews
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Woman Fatally Struck By Ambulance In NYC Hit-And-Run ID'd As Mom Of 2

A mother and nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was killed by a hit-and-run ambulance in Brooklyn while crossing the street.
Boston
fromNew York Post
2 days 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
4 days 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.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Breaking: Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Woman on Deadly Ocean Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Man left with 'potentially life-changing injuries' after horror crash between two cars and a pedestrian in Barking

A man in his 50s sustained potentially life-changing injuries in a collision involving two cars and a pedestrian in Barking.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
23 hours ago

Blinded by the headlights? Transport Canada wants to know | CBC News

New drivers report difficulty seeing due to bright headlights, prompting Transport Canada to survey Canadians about headlight glare experiences.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

In 2023, a report from the Police Executive Research Forum called for police to put the brakes on car chases unless a violent crime has been committed and the suspect poses an imminent threat. The report noted a spike in fatalities and an increase in pursuits by some departments, including in Houston and New York City.
US news
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
#vision-zero
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Scientists work out why the car you just overtook seems to reappear

Dr. Conor Boland explained that red-light timing can erase small speed advantages, allowing a slower car to catch up again and again. He noted, 'You pass a car, and then a few minutes later, it ends up beside you again.' This phenomenon is partly psychological, as we remember surprising moments when the same car shows up again, but it is also built into how traffic works.
Psychology
Law
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 week ago

Crash Victims, Lawmakers To Hochul: 'We Have A Better Idea To Reform Car Insurance' - Streetsblog Empire State

Victims oppose a proposal to reduce car insurance costs that would limit compensation for injuries from accidents they did not cause.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

'System failure' paralyzes Baidu robotaxis in China | TechCrunch

Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis stalled in Wuhan due to a system failure, trapping passengers for up to two hours.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
13 hours ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Mamdani On Notice Edition - Streetsblog New York City

82% of police officers at Staten Island's 120th Precinct received multiple reckless driving tickets, raising concerns about their parking privileges.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Man dies after crash in Cork; gardai at scene of serious crash involving bus and pedestrian in Dublin

Multiple fatal and serious traffic incidents occurred in Ireland, involving pedestrians and vehicles, prompting appeals for witnesses and technical investigations.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Vehicle crashs into Upper West Side jewelry store; driver hospitalized

A 62-year-old woman driving a blue Subaru SUV careened into a Ginette NY jewelry store. Authorities reported that the driver attempted to step on the brake, but instead, mistakenly hit the accelerator.
Upper West Side
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Gardai at the scene of serious crash involving bus and pedestrian in Dublin

We are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the junction of Terenure Cross, Terenure, Dublin 6W involving a bus and a pedestrian.
London food
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Motorcyclist dead after striking parked vehicle in Toronto's east end: police | CBC News

A motorcyclist died after colliding with a parked vehicle in Toronto's east end.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Man Caught Sleeping Behind the Wheel While FSD Tesla Cruises the Streets After Decadent Feast of Wine and Pizza

A man was arrested for DUI after being found asleep in a Tesla on Full Self-Driving mode, highlighting the need for conscious drivers.
#nypd
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 days 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.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 days 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.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Medicine
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How Truck Accident Injuries Are Evaluated for Compensation - Social Media Explorer

Truck accidents can cause severe physical and psychological injuries, necessitating comprehensive medical care and accurate documentation for treatment and legal processes.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 day ago

Monday Headlines: Insurance Politicking Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Governor Hochul's proposed car insurance reforms may disadvantage crash victims while benefiting insurance companies, raising concerns among lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week 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.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
Cars
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Dozens of Robotaxis In China Stop Dead in the Middle of Roads and Highways, Causing Crashes

A system failure left over a hundred Baidu robotaxis stranded in Wuhan, causing traffic chaos and multiple crashes.
#traffic-safety
Public health
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Three Theories About Why U.S. Car Crash Deaths Are Plummeting - Streetsblog USA

U.S. traffic deaths dropped nearly 12 percent between 2024 and 2025, marking the largest single-year decline since at least 1999, though 37,810 deaths still occurred.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Cement Truck Driver Kills Cyclist On Treacherous Borough Park Stretch - Streetsblog New York City

A cement truck struck and killed cyclist Edwin Delgado on 16th Avenue in Borough Park, a precinct with hundreds of annual crash injuries and among the top 10 for serious crash injuries despite having no highways.
Public health
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Three Theories About Why U.S. Car Crash Deaths Are Plummeting - Streetsblog USA

U.S. traffic deaths dropped nearly 12 percent between 2024 and 2025, marking the largest single-year decline since at least 1999, though 37,810 deaths still occurred.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Cement Truck Driver Kills Cyclist On Treacherous Borough Park Stretch - Streetsblog New York City

A cement truck struck and killed cyclist Edwin Delgado on 16th Avenue in Borough Park, a precinct with hundreds of annual crash injuries and among the top 10 for serious crash injuries despite having no highways.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Cyberattack on a Car Breathalyzer Firm Leaves Drivers Stuck

Law enforcement dismantled major botnets while new vulnerabilities and privacy issues in tech continue to emerge, raising concerns over security.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago
NYC politics

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
US news

Waymo Under Investigation After Crashing Into Child Outside Elementary School

A Waymo robotaxi struck a child near a Santa Monica school after the child entered the road; regulators opened an investigation and reported minor injuries.
NYC politics
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Cyclist (20s) dies following collision with truck in Dublin city centre

A cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene of an incident in Dublin, prompting ongoing investigations and traffic disruptions.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Woman Injured In SF Hit-and-Run Involving E-Scooter

Multiple incidents occurred in the Bay Area and nationally, including an e-scooter hit-and-run injury, a gray whale death, transit infrastructure discussions, a nightclub demolition for a memorial, record-breaking heat, diplomatic tensions, and a viral performance controversy.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

As parents age, their children face hard choices about when to take the car keys

Older drivers may face declining skills, prompting family members to intervene regarding their ability to drive safely.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Hyundai recalls some Canadian vehicles due to seatbelt issue | CBC News

A seatbelt status indicator that doesn't work correctly could create confusion. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Cars
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Bright Lights, Big Problem

I don't know how many of you drive and how often, but I will tell you there is a plague in this country of headlight brightness. It is shockingly bright. If you look back to halogen lightbulbs, you're reaching somewhere around 700 to 1,200 lumens. New LED technology - these sons of bitches get to, like, 12,000 lumens.
Washington DC
Cars
fromFortune
5 days ago

Why hands-free systems in self-driving cars aren't actually safer, according to the NTSB | Fortune

Driver assistance systems are convenient but do not enhance safety, leading to increased driver distraction and reliance on technology.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Man arrested in Derby after car hits multiple pedestrians, with some seriously injured

A man was arrested after a car hit and injured pedestrians in Derby, with some injuries reported as serious.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days 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.
Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

A mass robotaxi outage in Wuhan raised safety concerns about driverless vehicles after over a hundred cars stopped mid-traffic due to a system malfunction.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Why more drivers are hitting hidden' potholes on UK roads

Pothole-related incidents surged in early 2025 due to heavy rainfall concealing road damage, with February reports reaching 3.5 times the previous year's level.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Toddler was on a Long Beach sidewalk when car sped backward over curb, killing her. Man arrested

A toddler died and two others were injured when a driver reversed at high speed onto a Long Beach sidewalk; the driver was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI, vehicular manslaughter, and misdemeanor battery.
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 weeks ago

NYC Man Dead After Scooter Hits Pothole

The man was riding a stand-up motorized scooter when he struck a pothole and was thrown to the ground, striking his head on impact. The 46-year-old man was taken to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said.
New York City
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
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Newark records its first traffic fatality of the year

A 29-year-old motorcyclist from Milpitas died after crashing into a traffic island and signal in Newark on February 19, with alcohol suspected as a contributing factor.
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.
Health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Are YOU a 'Gangster' driver? The worst driving positions for you

Poor driving posture—raised shoulders, over-reclining, sitting too far back, or sitting too close—can cause neck, shoulder, spine, pelvis and hip strain; relax and adjust.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Delivery Robot Gets Stuck on Train Tracks, Gets Obliterated by Locomotive

Footage of the incident, which took place January 15, shows the robot sitting motionless on the tracks, seemingly making no attempt to get out of the way as the unmistakable blare of the train horn gets louder and louder. "Oh it's gonna crush it!" the onlooker taking the video can be heard saying moments before the train, operated by Brightline, flattens the unfortunate bot into the tracks. Sparks can be seen flying from beneath the train before the video cuts off.
Startup companies
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man dies after being hit by police vehicle

A man in his 30s has died after he was hit by a police vehicle on an emergency call in south London. The pedestrian was struck by the marked vehicle on Borough High Street at 00:34 GMT, the Metropolitan Police said. He was given emergency first aid by officers and treated by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, but died at the scene.
UK news
#waymo
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The most dangerous everyday situations and legal help after an accident

HSE data repeatedly show the same patterns. Slips and trips on level ground, manual handling strains, falls from height, and road traffic collisions account for most non-fatal injuries. Beacon Law Solicitors have highlighted that in the 2022-23 reporting year, slips and trips made up roughly a third of employer-reported injuries, with handling and lifting close behind. Those are not anecdotes - they reflect the systems that failed in the real world.
Law
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Why are cars flying over Ontario highway guardrails lately? Snow is a factor, but driver error is too: police | CBC News

Snow piled against guardrails can create ramps that propel vehicles airborne on highways, with speed and driver error commonly contributing to severe crashes.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Should speed cameras be hidden?

Camera-warning signs and apps let drivers slow briefly then speed, undermining limits; hiding speed cameras is suggested to improve compliance and road safety.
#pedestrian-fatality
Public health
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Texas Roads See Fewer Deaths but Rising Injuries, New Study Finds - Social Media Explorer

Texas saw a modest decline in roadway deaths in 2024, but injuries rose and dangerous driving behaviors like speeding, distracted driving, and drunk driving persist.
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Jogger dies from injuries after Friday morning crash

Woman in her 50s jogging in crosswalk was struck by a left‑turning sedan in Palo Alto and later died; driver cooperated; drugs/alcohol not suspected.
Public health
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Unlicensed Drivers Comprise One-Quarter Of Street Fatalities: Data - Streetsblog New York City

Unlicensed drivers caused 284 of 1,059 NYC traffic deaths (27%) from 2021–2024, a sharp post-pandemic increase compared with pre-pandemic levels.
#fremont
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Woman killed, child injured in crash in Hayward crosswalk

A 59-year-old woman was killed and a 6-year-old boy injured when a driver struck them at a Hayward crosswalk; driver cooperative, no drugs or alcohol.
Cars
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Dumbphones? Try dumbcars! Experts call for cars to go 'back to basics'

Many modern car technologies—touchscreen infotainment and pop-out door handles—can increase hazard by distracting drivers or preventing occupants from exiting after a crash.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

New cameras are designed to catch Oakland's speedy drivers. Can they slow the roads?

OAKLAND The city's transportation director stood Friday morning at a busy Oakland intersection, explaining how newly installed road-safety cameras will work, when suddenly his voice was drowned out by a car roaring down a nearby road. The vehicle, nowhere in sight, was apparently going fast enough that its rattling engine could be heard loudly by those gathered at Broadway and 27th Street, where one of the new cameras is mounted to a street light.
California
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