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. 2023 Apr;101(S1):613-636.
doi: 10.1111/1468-0009.12644.

The Future of Road Safety: Challenges and Opportunities

Johnathon P Ehsani  1 , Jeffrey P Michael  1 , Ellen J MacKENZIE  1
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The Future of Road Safety: Challenges and Opportunities

Johnathon P Ehsani et al. Milbank Q. 2023 Apr.

Abstract

Policy Points Traditional approaches to addressing motor vehicle crashes are yielding diminishing returns. A comprehensive strategy known as the Safe Systems approach shows promise in both advancing safety and equity and reducing motor vehicle crashes. In addition, a range of emerging technologies, enabled by artificial intelligence, such as automated vehicles, impairment detection and telematics hold promise to advance road safety. Ultimately, the transportation system will need to evolve to provide the safe, efficient, and equitable movement of people and goods without reliance on private vehicle ownership, towards encouraging walking, bicycling and the use of public transportation.

Keywords: Safe Systems; road safety; unintentional injury.

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