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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: NHTSA Urges Drivers to Share the Road Amid Rising Motorcyclist Fatality Rate
Read More about Consumer Alert: NHTSA Urges Drivers to Share the Road Amid Rising Motorcyclist Fatality RateNHTSA Urges the Public to Help Prevent Child Heatstroke
National Heatstroke Prevention Day is today, May 1
May 01, 2025 Read More about NHTSA Urges the Public to Help Prevent Child HeatstrokeNHTSA Estimates 39,345 Traffic Fatalities in 2024
The lowest fatality rate since 2019 is positive news, confirms more progress can be achieved
April 08, 2025 Read More about NHTSA Estimates 39,345 Traffic Fatalities in 2024NHTSA 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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