Author: Sasha Tanner Does the ignition interlock device (IID) live up to its purpose? The short answer: yes. Stick around for more details where Zeithammer, Macinko, and Silver uncover the overall effectiveness of […]
Impaired Driving
The Two-Lane Road from Law to Innovation: How Technology Improves Traffic Safety
Author: Sasha Tanner New technologies are emerging for the sake of reducing impaired driving. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) prioritizes highway safety program funding for the upcoming years. More specifically, Section 24220 outlines […]
The Morning After: Public Perceptions Towards the Dangers of Hangover Impaired Driving
Author: Sasha Tanner Driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs is dangerous and illegal, but how much time should pass before it is safe to get behind the […]
The New World of Impaired Driving Prevention Through AI Chatbot Simulations
Authors: Sasha Tanner & Cinthya Fillips How can artificial intelligence (AI) aid in uplifting traffic safety? Interestingly, a research group led by Ryoo recently discovered the significance of AI chatbots on cannabis use and driving through […]
Picture This: Cautionary Measures on Prescription Drugs to Reduce Medication‑Impaired Driving
Authors: Sasha Tanner & Cinthya Fillips A picture is worth a thousand words, and in the world of prescription drugs, it can convey vital information for individual and overall public […]
Cracking the Code: How Do We Understand and Measure Drug-Impaired Driving?
Authors: Sasha Tanner & Cinthya Fillips Impaired driving is one of the most pressing challenges in traffic safety, law enforcement, and criminal justice policy. With substances like alcohol, cannabis, and prescription drugs influencing driver behavior, the question remains: […]
