E-Newsletter, Issue 7


I'm pleased to report that the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety's Research and Development Advisory Committee recently met and selected our 2004 research agenda. Seven projects in all were selected, a record number of new projects in a funding cycle for the Foundation! Covering a wide range of topics, these projects address issues such as child passenger safety, graduated driver licensing, drunk driving, road and intersection safety, senior drivers, and mobility. Details about each project will be forthcoming as contracts are signed.

I would like to thank all of those who submitted proposals. The R&D Committee noted that the range and quality of proposals considered was so high they had a most difficult time approving only seven. And, I'd like to thank all the experts who helped us in the selection process.

I speak on behalf of the Foundation staff when I convey our excitement about the new slate of projects, and we look forward to sharing information with each of you as they progress.

Very truly yours,

J. Peter Kissinger
President and CEO



New Research Projects

Older Driver Involvement in Injury Crashes Report - Latest Foundation research report encourages three-pronged approach to improving senior driving safety.

Foundation Issues Request for Proposals - "USRAP" and "PEDO"

Ongoing Foundation Research

Here are direct links to some of our ongoing research projects:

Traffic Safety Education Materials for Latinos- Education Development Center

Enhancing Driving Performance in Older Drivers- Dr. Richard Marottoli (Yale University)

Reducing the Crash Risk for Young Drivers - Traffic Injury Research Foundation

Other Foundation News

Distracted Driving Brochures now available -

AAA Foundation Partners with the Better Business Bureau to produce new video -

Driver-ZED on Sale! -



World Health Day Focuses on Traffic Safety
Drowsy Driving Re-examined
 		 

Is There a "Distracted-Driver Personality" Type?

Driver Distraction Research Program
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