Researchers recently developed a new technology using photos, videos, real-world trajectory, and behavioral data that will provide a safer, more authentic self-driving simulation system. A computer scientist from the University of Maryland collaborated with a team of researchers to develop the Augmented Autonomous Driving Simulation (AADS), which allows them to test automatic driving technology and » Read More

The Maryland House of Delegates has proposed legislation to repeal certain laws that apply to motorcyclists. Advocates believe that changing these laws will lessen traffic on local roads, decrease emissions, and improve safety for motorcycle riders. If passed, the Motor Vehicle Administration would be required to change its guidelines. Current legislation prevents motorcyclists from filtering » Read More

Collisions between bicycles and cars can take place at any time, including in parking lots and other low-speed areas. However, there are multiple scenarios on public roads that lead to accidents between cyclists and drivers. These types of incidents most frequently happen in the following ways: The car is turning right. Most cyclists ride at » Read More

From minor fender benders to serious, multi-vehicle collisions, car accidents happen every day on highways, local roads, and residential streets across the country. Depending on the nature of the accident, injuries can range from minor cuts and scrapes to broken bones and traumatic brain injuries. Some of the most common types of car accident injuries » Read More

Thanks to the advanced safety technology available in today’s cars, more and more vehicles are equipped with accident avoidance technology like automatic emergency braking and lane departure warnings. Another example of an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that is currently being tested is pedestrian detection and avoidance. To aid with testing these systems, AB Dynamics » Read More

Car accidents range in severity from minor fender benders to devastating head-on collisions that involve serious injuries and fatalities. Because car accidents happen when you least expect it, they can be extremely stressful, particularly when the crash caused significant property damage and injuries. Oftentimes, the people involved in the accident are unsure about what to » Read More

In this day and age, it is no secret that texting while driving can have devastating consequences. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), it takes approximately five seconds to send or read a text, which is equivalent to driving the length of a football field, at 55 mph, blindfolded. As tempting as » Read More