road safety

Today, we talked to a Detroit Free Press reporter about flaws in the system of recalls on older cars and trucks. Then, we listen to Interlochen Public Radio's national award-winning Points North episode detailing the mission of Anishinaabemowin instructor Kenny Pheasant. Later, we tuned in to The Best Advice Show featuring Olivia Shiller. Plus: what will it take for Kamala Harris to win uncommitted votes?

The American Automobile Association says fatal crashes involving teen drivers are the leading cause of death for teens ages 16 and up.

A study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found a reduction in rear-end crashes in two states that adopted broader laws restricting cell phone use by drivers, with fewer loopholes.

A safety group says drivers began speeding more in the first three months of the pandemic — and that increase has held steady since then. The group is calling for more enforcement and reduced highway speed limits.

On today's show, we broke down Congressman Peter Meijer's chances at reelection, and a special IPR feature discussed questions raised about Gaylord's emergency alert system. Then, a look into recent spikes in freeway shootings, and a conversation with Ann Arbor chalk artist David Zinn.

In the past decade, fatal car crashes for teen drivers ages 18 to 20 haven't declined as much as those for younger teens, ages 15 to 17.That's according…

This week, a Senate legislative committee will consider bills that supporters say will make Michigan roads safer for bicyclists.The package would require…

Michigan is edging closer to clearing the road for driverless cars.A state Senate committee approved a package of four bills that loosen existing rules…

Hundreds of cyclists are expected to silently ride to the state Capitol in Lansing Sunday afternoon.The event is part memorial for a woman cyclist struck…