AAA: SAFETY RESEARCH PRIORITIES

Avery AshDirector, Federal AffairsMarch 19, 2015

Founded in 190255 million members in North

AmericaSupporting a safe environment for

travelers EducationAdvocacyResearch

MORE THAN A CENTURY OF SAFETY

Roadway Safety (safe driving tips, vehicle maintenance resources)

Children (child seat installation, School Safety Patrol)

Teens (driver training programs, Keys2Drive)

Seniors (CarFit, Roadwise RX)Distracted Driving (motorist outreach,

educational campaigns)Impaired Driving (online resources, safe ride

program)

EDUCATION

Federal and state level advocacy:Funding for safer roads and bridgesGraduated drivers licensesDetection and prevention of impaired

drivingDistracted driving awareness and

preventionImproved rules of the road

ADVOCACY

AAA Foundation for Traffic SafetyFounded in 1947250 research projectsMission to identify traffic safety

problems, foster research that seeks solutions and disseminate information and educational materials.

RESEARCH

Current Research:Cognitive Distraction - Phase IIIVehicle Technology, Autonomy, and

Driver PerformanceCrash CausationDrugged Driving: Cannabis StudiesTeen Driver Learning Senior Safety and Mobility NeedsTraffic Safety Culture Index

AAA FOUNDATION FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY