IMPAIRED DRIVING

Working Together to Save Lives

Alcohol Impaired driving is one of the leading causes of traffic fatalities in the United States, contributing to roughly one-third of roadway fatalities. Impaired drivers are often unbelted, speeding and/or unlicensed, increasing the severity of outcomes from a crash.

Auto Innovators members are committed to a cleaner, safer and smarter personal transportation future. Helping to reduce impaired driving is part of that commitment. The auto industry is committed to working with NHTSA and other stakeholders to help save lives lost to impaired driving.

In-Vehicle Technologies

Researchers and Auto Innovators members have been working collaboratively to develop in-vehicle technologies to help detect alcohol impaired driving, as well as other forms of impairment.  

Research is still ongoing; however, significant progress has been made to date. The auto industry has also been responsive to NHTSA rulemaking efforts.

To learn more about recent developments, see:

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Resources to Address Impaired Driving

Addressing impaired driving requires a holistic approach that includes ongoing driver education, effective laws, and enforcement. To learn more about the dangers of impaired driving and proven strategies to address it.

      1. NHTSA: Countermeasures That Work
      2. NHTSA: Drunk Driving
      3. State Laws and GHSA best practices
      4. GHSA Policy on Impaired Driving
      5. CDC Impaired Driving Facts
      6. NTSB: Alcohol, Other Drug, and Multiple Drug Use Among Drivers

Learn more about what Auto Innovators is doing on safety