http://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43651.pdf
Explains what event data recorders are, government mandates that EDRs be included in vehicles, and controversies relating to their use. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
Latest quarterly update to the database. Features 44 updated tables in the set of more than 260 tables. From the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/812013.pdf
Totals up the exorbitant costs—lost lives, damaged property, medical costs, workplace losses and more—attributed to traffic accidents in the U.S. in 2010 and estimates the total sum is about $277 billion. The value of society harm is placed at $870 billion. From the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Contains list of documents in 64 binders obtained by congressional oversight committee about
General Motors safety defect which was hidden from the public for years. From the House Energy and Commerce Committee
http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/812006.pdf
Statistics on traffic accidents, deaths, miles of travel, registered vehicles, alcohol and accidents, occupant protection and more. From the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/childpassengersafety/index.html
Reports a 43% drop in deaths of children in motor vehicle accidents in the past decade, provides information on how to ensure greater safety for child passengers, and examines the relationship between state laws relating to child restraints and safety. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.rita.dot.gov/bts/press_releases/dot004_14a
Data on transporting of people and goods, the transportation system, and safety and environment considerations. From the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
http://www.rita.dot.gov/bts/sites/rita.dot.gov.bts/files/STS%202012%20FULL.pdf
A statistical profile of transportation in the 50 states. Covers infrastructure, freight movement, passenger travel, system safety, energy usage, environmental impact and more. From the Bureau of Transportation Statistics