NHTSA Pedestrian Fact sheet for 2023. This fact sheet defines a pedestrian involved in a motor vehicle traffic crash as any person on foot, walking, running, jogging, hiking, sitting, or lying down.
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NHTSA Crash Stats "Pedestrians" 2023 — National (08/01/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationOlder Population NHTSA Crash Stats 2021 — National (08/01/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationFor the purposes of this fact sheet, the term “older”—in relation to population, drivers, occupants, and nonoccupants—refers to people 65 and older.
Wrong Way Driving - Roadway Safety — Florida (01/12/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationThe Safe Mobility for Life Coalition’s Roadway Safety Series includes short 30-second videos that stakeholders can use to educate Floridians about what to do when encountering new situations on the road.
Finding Transportation Services for Seniors — National (04/21/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationThere are many transportations and driving services for elders who can no longer drive themselves. Agingcare can provide ideas on how to search for other transportation options.
3 out of 4 fatalities Infographic — National (11/18/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationMaintaining Mobility Independence in Florida 2020 — Florida (11/02/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationWebinar provided virtually as part of Older Driver Safety Awareness week 2020.
Pedestrian Bystander Care Animation — National (09/29/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationPedestrian bystander animation video by NHTSA.
Older Occupants’ Recovery From Crash Injuries — National
Source: US Department of TransportationThe goal of this study was to provide better understanding of the consequences of older adults’ crash injuries on their health and functional performance -their ability to carry out normal activities – by addressing research questions.
Evergreen Campaign Material — National
Source: US Department of TransportationTo learn more about how to recognize and discuss changes in older drivers. You may want to share some of the materials at the following site with family members.
Watching Out for Senior Walkers — National
Source: US Department of TransportationA workshop, created by NHTSA, was held in various cities to educate local transportation engineers, law enforcement officers, elected officials and others on senior pedestrian safety.