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Slowing my roll

How does a speed-restricting device affect a grim D.C. commute? I got behind the wheel to find out and was pleasantly surprised.

By Ian Reagan

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Service campaign cuts Hyundai, Kia theft rates

A software upgrade offered to owners of vehicles targeted by viral theft videos slashed theft rates by more than half, new HLDI research shows.

Lighting up crosswalks

Crosswalk illuminators and flashing beacons dramatically increase the likelihood that drivers will yield to pedestrians, a new IIHS study shows.

Small SUVs excel in rear AEB test

Seven out of eight small SUVs tested earn advanced or superior ratings from IIHS for rear crash prevention.

Key issues in road safety

Advanced driver assistance

Front crash prevention, partial automation, limitations of crash prevention technologies

Alcohol and drugs

Alcohol and crash risk, laws, marijuana enforcement

Distracted driving

Cellphone use and crash risk, device laws, technologies to combat distraction

Large trucks

Trucking regulations, fatigue, braking systems, underride

Motorcycles

Helmet laws, ABS, motorcycle types

Pedestrians and bicyclists

Vehicle designs, intersections, crash avoidance technologies, daylight savings time

Red light running

Effectiveness of cameras, signal timing, communities using red light safety cameras

Seat belts

Why belts matter, state laws, reminders and interlocks

Speed

Dangers of speed, by the numbers, traffic calming, intelligent speed assistance

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