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Recent Research & Data
- Analysis of Helmet Impact Velocity Experimental Data & Statistical Tolerance Design (DOT-HS-811-305), Helmet impact velocity experiential data is analyzed and various factors that influence the impact velocity are studied.
- Children Injured in Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes (DOT-HS-811-325), Analysis indicates that in rollover crashes, estimated incidence rate of incapacitating injuries among unrestrained children under 8 years old was almost three times that for restrained children.
- Motorcycle Helmet Use in 2009 -- Overall Results (NOPUS), Information on the use of DOT-compliant helmets in 2009 from the National Occupant Protection Use Survey (NOPUS).
- 2009 Early Estimates of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities, Early estimates show an estimated 33,963 deaths, a decline of about 8.9 percent as compared to 37,261 in 2008
Odometer Fraud Fact Sheet, It can be difficult, but not impossible, to detect an altered odometer. These tips will help used-car buyers guard against fraud.
Latest News
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July 29, 2010NHTSA Announces List of 2011 Model Year Vehicles to be Rated Under the New Government 5-Star Safety Ratings Program
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July 27, 2010Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Announces Second National Distracted Driving Summit
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July 14, 2010Secretary LaHood: "Vince and Larry" Become Permanent Additions to Smithsonian
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June 22, 2010Consumer Advisory: Make Safety Your Constant Companion This Summer Driving Season












