Apple just announced an innovative feature upcoming on the next software update of Apple’s iOS 11. It is a “do not disturb while driving mode,” which turns the phone off from receiving notifications. It also sends an auto-reply to the contactors letting them know the driver is behind the wheel, and will get back to… read more
In The Colorado Department of Transportation RoadX Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Challenge, entrepreneurs from all over the world submit innovative ideas and concepts for road safety. The recent contest had 8 winners, 5 of them getting a prize of $10,000 for smaller-scale safety technology ideas, and the other three received $75,000 to develop their more… read more
Colorado experienced a 24% increase in the number of driving fatalities from 2014-2016. While some of the fatalities can be linked to a growing state population, nationally, fatalities have grown 8% over the same time frame for car drivers and motorcyclists. This year, The Colorado Department of Transportation donated $3.5 million to different non-profit and… read more
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are considering a rule that would make speed-limiting devices on many commercial vehicles mandatory. If the rule passes, it could reduce commercial vehicle accidents caused by speeding. At the moment, the FMCSA and NHTSA are considering speed limits of 60, 65… read more
