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About NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways.
Through enforcing vehicle performance standards and partnerships with state and local governments, NHTSA reduces deaths, injuries and economic losses from motor vehicle crashes.
Highway Safety Grant Programs
NHTSA provides grants to state governments so states can conduct effective highway safety programs.
About the Program, Funding Status, Application Process
Events & Public Meetings
News
See all news itemsConsumer Alert: Important Jeep “Park Outside” Recall for Fire Risk
Read More about Consumer Alert: Important Jeep “Park Outside” Recall for Fire RiskHalf of All Passenger Vehicle Occupants Who Died in a Crash Were Not Buckled Up
NHTSA kicks off 2023 Click It or Ticket campaign to reduce traffic fatalities
May 16, 2023 Read More about Half of All Passenger Vehicle Occupants Who Died in a Crash Were Not Buckled UpConsumer Alert: BMW Upgrades Takata Recall to “Do Not Drive” Warning, Targeting Older, Most Dangerous Air Bags
Approximately 90,000 unrepaired vehicles remain on the road with an increasing probability of failure
May 04, 2023 Read More about Consumer Alert: BMW Upgrades Takata Recall to “Do Not Drive” Warning, Targeting Older, Most Dangerous Air BagsNHTSA Careers & Internships
Join the dedicated teamDedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety, NHTSA works daily to help prevent crashes and their attendant costs, both human and financial. The agency strives to exceed the expectations of the American public through its core values of Integrity, Service, and Leadership.
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