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Rethinking the Chase: How UAVs Could Make High-Speed Pursuits Safer

High-speed vehicle pursuits are among the most dangerous situations faced by law enforcement and the public. Each year, these chases result in crashes, injuries and, in too many cases, fatalities. In regions like El Paso, Texas, the frequency of such pursuits has increased sharply, raising concerns among policymakers and communities about how to respond more safely and effectively.

TTI Researchers Publish National Guide to Safer Bikeway Design

A multidisciplinary team led by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) has published a new national guide focused on improving the safety of on-street bicycle facilities. National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Research Report 1136: On-Street Bicycle Facility Design Features—A Guide was developed by TTI in collaboration with Toole Design Group, Portland State University and Safe Streets Research & Consulting.

Celebrating 50 Years of AMIVTAC: Cross-Border Collaboration on Transportation Safety and Infrastructure

Ing. Salvador Fernández Ayala, Presidente de la XXV Mesa Directiva Nacional de la Asociación Mexicana de Ingeniería de Vías Terrestres (AMIVTAC), invited TTI Research Scientist Juan Carlos Espinosa and TTI Associate Transportation Researcher Micah Leonard to present at AMIVTAC’s 50th Anniversary.

YTS Report Reinforces the Positive for National Teen Driver Safety Week

National Teen Driver Safety Week, scheduled for Oct. 20–26, 2024, is an initiative dedicated to educating parents and teen drivers about the dangers of distracted driving and other critical risk factors. Vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death for youth under 25 in Texas and the U.S., and young drivers have a higher crash rate than older, more experienced drivers, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The goal of this week is to raise awareness of the challenges teens face behind the wheel, but also highlight the positive behaviors of our youngest road users.   

TTI Research on Electric Vehicle Safety Featured on KBTX News

Electric vehicles have been gaining popularity, but when it comes to a crash, researchers have suggested that current infrastructure may not make the cut to save lives. A recent crash test conducted at the RELLIS Campus resulted in a Tesla Model 3 electric vehicle smashing through a guardrail. “We know that these initial tests for […]

Electric Vehicle Crash Test Featured on CBS Mornings

Footage from a recent electric vehicle crash test performed at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute was featured in a news segment on CBS Mornings. “Electric vehicles raise safety concerns as to whether guardrails can handle car’s excess weight” highlights how guardrails on U.S. roads are typically tested against vehicles weighing up to 5,000 lbs. and […]

Recognizing Excellence in Impaired Driving Prevention

The Texas Impaired Driving Task Force (TxIDTF) is dedicated to eliminating impaired driving across the state. Comprised of law enforcement, prosecution, prevention, advocacy, media development/communications and more, the task force works diligently to combat one of the leading causes of traffic fatalities in Texas. To honor those making significant contributions to this mission, TxIDTF, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, annually presents the Texas Impaired Driving Safety Awards.

Revolutionizing Data Collection in Road Safety Research: The You in the Driver Seat App

Since its launch in October 2020, the You in the Driver Seat (YDS) app has revolutionized data collection efforts in combating distracted driving among young drivers. Developed by Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Youth Transportation Safety (YTS) program — which seeks to save lives and prevent injury among youth through education, empowerment, and peer-led outreach — the YDS app promotes safe, distraction-free driving to individuals aged 16 – 25.

Navigating the Future: TTI’s Driving Simulator Presents New Research Opportunities

Revolutionary advancements in vehicle technology and the changing dynamics of the modern roadway system have propelled the act of driving into uncharted territories, demanding a profound transformation in the driving experience. The current technological landscape — with its manifold innovations and tantalizing prospects on the horizon — holds the potential to revolutionize road safety and […]

TTI’s Roadside Safety and Physical Security Division Spearheads Safety and Security Transportation Advancements

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Roadside Safety and Physical Security Division has been protecting occupants from roadside hazards since the 1960s. From the early days, this facility — located on the Texas A&M-RELLIS campus — has served as a test site for countless research projects improving both safety on the roadways and security of […]

Seeing the Road — TTI’s Visibility Research Laboratory Built for Visibility Testing

Seeing the road and everything around it while driving is not a preferred option; rather, it’s an essential component of safe driving. Driving is a visual activity, and as we make our way down a road, we all look at a wide range of visual inputs — the roadway, the surrounding terrain, other vehicles, roadside […]

TTI’s Connected Transportation Facilities

Connected transportation is a major evolution in how vehicles and infrastructure will interact in the future, affecting every facet of transportation safety and mobility. Vehicles and the infrastructure will be able to talk to each other and communicate their real-time conditions. The lifespan of this research is expected to be decades as communication and message […]

Rain or Shine: TTI’s SEC Lab Pioneers Roadside Environmental Management

As the wear and tear of time puts a toll on our roads and our environment, it’s imperative to have measures in place to combat potential issues that may arise. With the ever-changing climate and increasing environmental regulations, now more than ever it’s essential that the best products are being used on our roadways — […]

Youth Transportation Safety Summit Steers Tomorrow’s Drivers

On Friday, Nov. 10, Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI’s) Youth Transportation Safety (YTS) Program hosted a one-day safety summit that brought together young traffic safety ambassadors, ranging from junior high to college students and highway safety professionals. The theme for this year’s summit was “Moving Forward Together,” and participants did just that by exploring the […]

Taking Steps Towards Safer Streets: 2023 Texas Pedestrian Safety Forum Recap

On Aug. 24, 2023, the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) hosted the fifth annual Texas Pedestrian Safety Forum at the Norris Center in San Antonio, Texas. Supported by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and TTI’s Center for Transportation Safety (CTS), this in-person forum helped more than 200 people learn about how to make roadways safer for pedestrians in Texas.