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Traffic Safety Research
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ISSN 2004-3082 · Technology and Society, Faculty of Engineering, LTH, Lund University · 154 articles in the index
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The logic of empirical testing of accident prediction models
This paper explains the logic of empirical testing of accident prediction models. The key element of empirical testing is to make out-of-sample predictions of the number of accidents. This means that a model developed in sample A is applied, without modification, to predict the number of accidents…
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Prevalence of drink driving in road traffic in Denmark
Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) is among the riskiest traffic behaviours road users can conduct. To combat drink driving, clarifying its prevalence is paramount. The objective of this study is to map DUI prevalence in Denmark and separate DUI prevalence into geography (police…
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To pass or not to pass: a field experiment on human values in interactions with automated vehicles
Vulnerable road users (VRUs), such as pedestrians and cyclists, are at high risk in road traffic, accounting for more than half of all global traffic fatalities. Ensuring safe interactions with highly automated vehicles (AVs) requires understanding and predicting VRUs' behaviour. This study…
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The maximum allowable handlebar disturbance: an indicator for the ex-ante evaluation of cycling fall prevention interventions
Falls due to disturbances are a common cause of serious cycling injuries, yet evaluation approaches to systematically evaluate interventions aimed at improving balance recovery are lacking. Current ex-post evaluations are hindered by sparse crash data, and existing ex-ante approaches often lack…
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Is that what people want? An initial study on the intention to use self-driving taxis in the city of Zurich
Fully autonomous Level-4 electric taxis, operating independently without a human driver, are no longer a novelty and are already operating on public roads in the USA and other countries. It is clear that the mobility sector is facing extensive changes, which also affects cities like Zurich. But to…
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Analysis of driver reaction to a pedestrian who crosses the road outside designated crosswalks
Pedestrian who crosses the road outside designated crosswalks represent a critical safety issue in urban environments, as they are often unexpected. Understanding how drivers perceive and respond to such events is essential for improving pedestrian safety and developing effective preventive…
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Average female and male dummy responses in rear impact tests with car seats compared to real-world injury outcomes
Globally, 1.19 million people lose their lives annually in the road transport system, and around 10 million people are severely injured. Motor vehicle crashes resulting in soft tissue neck injuries, referred to as whiplash injuries, are the most common and costly disabling injuries for vehicle…
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Road safety capacity in Africa: benchmarking professional education through a Safe System lense
Africa faces a growing road safety crisis, with the highest global traffic fatality rates and a 17% increase in deaths between 2010 and 2021, in contrast to declining trends globally. Structural and institutional challenges, including weak crash data systems, limited use of evidence-based measures…
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A data-driven framework for assessing horizontal curve safety using friction and reliability analysis: a case study on an Indian highway
Horizontal curves are frequently associated with elevated crash risk because of the combined effects of vehicle speed, roadway geometry, and tire–pavement friction. This study examines these interactions using field data collected from five horizontal curves on NH-340C in India. An empirical model…
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Face the facts: a characterisation of 2013–2025 UK motorcycle collisions, head impact locations and injury outcomes supporting facial impact testing
There is limited contemporary evidence on head impact conditions and injuries in motorcyclists, despite substantial recent changes in vehicles, helmet design and test standards. This constrains evidence-driven improvements to helmet protection and impact test protocols, particularly for…
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Summer use of winter tyres and the effect on fatal passenger car accidents
Accidents related to insufficient road grip in Sweden have historically been investigated for winter conditions, where substantial effect on passenger car accident risk from different types of tyres has been observed. Grip-related accidents during summer conditions have so far primarily focused on…
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Discourtesy: an anger evoking factor among Iranian drivers
Driving anger is known to be associated with aggressive driving, which can lead to a higher probability of accidents. Since the Driving Anger Scale (DAS) was first introduced in the US, different versions of the scale have been used in many countries to measure anger evoked by different traffic…
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Single- and non-single bicycle crashes at urban intersections: influential factors and comparison of ambulance- and police-reported crash datasets
Widespread and common usage of bicycles makes cycling safety a critical issue, as over the years, cyclists’ injuries and fatalities have been rising. The majority of cycling safety literature justifiably focuses on the dangers posed by motor vehicles; however, single-bicycle crashes (SBCs) are a…
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Traffic as a social dilemma? Viewing road user behavior through a prosocial lens
Traffic serves as a context where road users engage in various interactions, with the outcomes of these bearing significant implications for the safety of all involved. While traditional research on road user behavior has predominantly focused on risky behaviors, there has been an increasing…
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Influence of weather on aspects of driving behaviour at an urban intersection
Weather conditions increase crash risk due to decreased visibility, changing vehicle dynamics, and driving behaviour. It remains unclear how different weather conditions affect non-crash driving behaviour, whose understanding is essentially important for the genesis of crashes, and for the…
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Analysing bike crash reasons and predicting occurrence in Izmir city: insights from a logit regression model
This study aims to analyse the occurrence and causes of bicycle crashes in Izmir, Turkey, with a focus on socio-demographic factors, cycling behaviours, and urban infrastructure. It seeks to identify key determinants of crash probability and reasons using regression models. Data were collected via…
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Can you hear the collision risk? A VR study on beamforming warnings for cyclists at urban intersections
Right turns at urban intersections pose a significant risk to cyclists, but existing infrastructure-based warning systems often suffer from high false alarm rates and a lack of specificity. Following a PICO-based research design, this study addresses the research question of whether targeted…
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Driver visual attention and in-vehicle touchscreen: the role of short training session
The growing integration of in-vehicle centre stack touchscreens has enhanced driver access to information and control systems but raised significant safety concerns due to increased visual distraction. This study investigates whether a short pre-drive training session can mitigate distraction and…
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Personality traits as predictors of driver behaviour: a comprehensive profiling study of Portuguese drivers
Human factors substantially contribute to road crashes. However, assessing their effects is complex due to the influence of individual characteristics such as personality. Therefore, studies examining the relationship between personality traits and driving behaviour are essential. This study aimed…
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The effect of navigation modalities on driver performance, workload and user experience: a simulator study
Young novice drivers are overrepresented in crash statistics, highlighting the need for effective training interventions. Swedish authorities have discussed simulator-based screening tests to improve licensing outcomes. This study investigated how visual versus auditory navigation instructions…