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Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Yahoo
TxDOT launches new pedestrian and bike safety campaign
TEXARKANA, Tx. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Texas Department of Transportation is launching the 'Be Safe. Drive Smart' campaign to combat the rise in pedestrian and cyclist deaths on Texas roads. 'Pedestrians and cyclists are among our most at-risk road users, and too many of them are killed or injured in our communities each year,' said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams. 'If everyone looks out for each other and follows the rules of the road, we can help prevent these terrible crashes.' Investigators seek man for alleged drug operation that crossed Texas state line According to the TxDOT, the campaign aims to remind Texans to follow traffic laws and share the road safely with people walking and biking. 'TxDOT's campaign aims to raise awareness among all Texans—drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike—of the shared responsibility to help everyone get where they're going safely,' a press release stated. 'To support this goal, the 'Be Safe. Drive Smart' campaign is sending teams of 'walking billboards' around the state to share vital safety messages in crash-prone areas.' Visit for more information about the campaign and a list of safety tips for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Independent
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Volkswagen CEO on the challenges facing the UK's favourite car brand
Thomas Schäfer is Volkswagen brand CEO and head of the brand's core group (including Skoda, Seat and Cupra). He joins The Independent in Volkswagen's latest new car, the VW Tayron, to discuss everything from the Chinese challenge to the restructure of the Volkswagen business and the role of plug-in hybrids in the transition to electrification. And his passion for a certain British rock band... Watch more from Drive Smart on Independent TV.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Yahoo
TxDOT campaign reinforces state laws to combat rising trend in pedestrian and cyclist deaths
Mar. 18—AUSTIN — On his 10th birthday in 2020, Victor Peterzen received a brand-new bicycle. Just three months later, his life was tragically cut short in a crash while riding his bike through his northwest Houston neighborhood. Sadly, similar tragedies continue to plague our state. In 2023, 914 bicyclists and pedestrians died in traffic crashes in Texas. It's part of a rising trend in recent years as pedestrian deaths went up 22% and bicyclist fatalities increased 58% from 2019-2023. Nearly five years after his death, Peterzen's family is working with TxDOT's "Be Safe. Drive Smart" campaign this spring to remind Texans to follow traffic laws and share the road safely with people walking and biking. "Pedestrians and cyclists are among our most at-risk road users, and too many of them are killed or injured in our communities each year," TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams said in a news release. "If everyone looks out for each other and follows the rules of the road, we can help prevent these terrible crashes." TxDOT's campaign aims to raise awareness among all Texans — drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike — of the shared responsibility to help everyone get where they're going safely. To support this goal, the "Be Safe. Drive Smart" campaign is sending teams of "walking billboards" around the state to share vital safety messages in crash-prone areas. Know the rules. Save a life. If you're driving: — Stop and yield for pedestrians, bicyclists and other vulnerable road users in crosswalks. — Give bikes space and pass at a safe distance. — Yield when turning and always check for pedestrians and cyclists. — Follow the speed limit and adjust for conditions. If you're walking: — Use crosswalks and obey traffic signals. — Stick to sidewalks, but if none exist, walk facing traffic on the left side unless it is obstructed or unsafe. If you're biking: — Follow traffic laws and stop at red lights and stop signs. — Ride in the same direction as traffic and use bike lanes or ride as near as possible to the right-hand curb. — Use hand signals for turns or stops. — Equip your bike with lights at night, using a white light on the front and a red light or reflector on the back. "Be Safe. Drive Smart" is an important part of TxDOT's Drive like a Texan: Kind. Courteous. Safe. initiative. Drive like a Texan is about embracing the pride, camaraderie, and responsibility of being a Texan on the road. By making thoughtful choices, we can all help keep each other safe. Learn more at
The Independent
17-03-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Exclusive: Minister talks electric cars, charging networks and... pot holes
Government minister Lilian Greenwood MP joins The Independent to talk all things electric cars - from charging networks to her own personal experiences having driven them. The Minister for Future of Roads climbed into a British-built Nissan Leaf and ran through what the government is doing to promote electric vehicle usage in the UK. And, of course, what more important to the future of Britain's roads than... Ms Greenwood's thoughts on pot holes? Watch more from Drive Smart on Independent TV.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Voyager Global Mobility Selects Nexar to Help Protect Rideshare Drivers and Conquer Insurance Crisis
The Collaboration Aims To Chart A More Responsible Standard for Regulators Struggling With Insurance Crises NEW YORK, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexar, a leader in AI-powered mobility solutions, today announced it has been selected by Voyager Global Mobility (VGM), North America's leading fleet and service partner for rideshare drivers, to supply AI-powered dashcams across its FastTrack and Buggy brands as part of its Drive Smart program. Beginning in New York City before expanding throughout the East Coast, VGM plans to eventually integrate the technology across its entire global fleet of 11,000 vehicles. The initial purchase includes 2,000 dashcams with an option to expand to 12,000 units. The technology will enhance driver safety, reduce liability, and streamline claims processing. Rideshare drivers face daily safety risks and ongoing vulnerability to ride disputes, and Nexar's connected dashcams offer real-time incident detection, automatic video recording, and seamless claims processing. Unlike other telematics solutions that rely solely on sensors and IMU data, Nexar's technology leverages AI-powered vision to provide both fleet operators and individual drivers with direct access to safety insights, ensuring greater transparency, accountability, and trust in the rideshare ecosystem. "Our partnership with Voyager Global Mobility marks a turning point in making AI dashcams the standard for rideshare safety. While video telematics clearly improves safety, cuts insurance costs, and keeps drivers working, access has remained fragmented," said Zach Greenberger, CEO of Nexar. "By joining forces with VGM, we're creating true momentum, not just expanding our reach. VGM's shared commitment to driver protection and innovation makes them the perfect partner as we establish a new benchmark for safety and transparency in the gig economy." Risk management is critical in the rideshare industry across all stakeholders. In New York City, the nation's largest rideshare market, an insurance crisis looms due to inadequate regulatory oversight. While VGM has always been a leader in risk management, the company is trailblazing a better path forward with Nexar amid regulatory shortcomings. Having video evidence of accidents is critical and helps to cut down on fraud, which has been inflating insurance costs for years. More than just efficiency in claims processing, the crowning achievement of this partnership is the VGM Drive Smart program, which uses the advanced telematics of the cameras to give rideshare drivers a weekly report on their own risky driving behavior. An initial safe driving pilot at VGM showed a 40% reduction in risky driving behavior through sharing consistent driving reports with customers. "VGM is not just a rental car company–we are laser-focused on empowering rideshare drivers with the best vehicles, service and tools for success. Selecting Nexar was an obvious choice to provide our customers with free access to technology that protects them and enhances industry safety," said Jeremy Moskowitz, Executive Vice President of Rideshare Strategy at VGM. "While we've advocated for smarter innovations in rideshare insurance, government action has unfortunately stalled. Rather than pouring millions of dollars into higher premiums caused by other's mistakes, we're investing directly in driver safety solutions like Nexar. That's the VGM difference." Unfair deactivations also threaten rideshare drivers' financial stability. Over 40% of drivers face deactivation during their careers, often from disputed incidents where they lack evidence. Without video proof, drivers risk permanent banning, losing income and incurring legal expenses. Dashcam footage helps drivers resolve deactivation issues 2.5× faster, quickly returning them to work. Nexar is the only company that provides fleet solutions, while also giving rental customers direct access to the footage. With this partnership, Nexar and VGM are making it easier than ever for drivers to safeguard themselves on the road, resolve disputes faster, and access cutting-edge AI technology that was previously out of reach. VGM's investment puts these powerful tools in the hands of drivers, at no additional cost to them. For more information about Nexar and its AI-powered vision technology, visit About Nexar Nexar turns cars into vision sensors to understand the world. Its platform powers vision-connected services and apps at scale, making new vision-based applications for better driving powered by a crowd-sourced vision feed. Using anonymous, aggregated data captured from this network, Nexar has developed a portfolio of vision-based data services for the autonomous vehicle industry and public and private sector partners to make roadways safer and more efficient. More information at About Voyager Global Mobility (VGM) Voyager Global Mobility (VGM) is a rapidly-growing mobility operating company that provides professionally managed vehicles to rideshare drivers on a weekly subscription basis. VGM currently manages a fleet of 11,000 vehicles, growing by 2,500 vehicles year over year. The largest such provider in New York City, VGM also operates in Boston, Philadelphia, D.C., Milwaukee, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Austin, Las Vegas, throughout Mexico and Costa Rica. In addition to the rideshare subscription service, VGM also provides managed fleets to local governments and rideshare apps in 27 cities. For more information please visit Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Nexar Sign in to access your portfolio
