The agency is seeking to reduce pedestrian fatalities.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has finalized a number of updates to its New Car Assessment Program, including a formal review process for advanced self-driving technologies. Additional review processes were added for pedestrian crash safety, measured by how well a vehicle’s front bumper can prevent injuries if colliding with a person, and future protocol for how to make new program changes over the next 10 years.
“This action today is another important step toward addressing the crisis on our roads and achieving the Department’s ambitious, long-term goal of zero road fatalities,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Like our move earlier this year to make automatic emergency braking standard on new passenger cars and light trucks, these changes to the 5-Star Safety Ratings will speed up adoption of technologies that reduce the frequency and severity of crashes while helping consumers make informed decisions about buying a new car.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Buttigieg and transportation officials as they endeavor to improve automobile safety.
- For Deputy Administrator Sophie Shulman as she oversees the NHTSA.
Sources: Department of Transportation
