Earlier retrospective accident studies carried out by UDV already predicted benefits for ADAS like AEB and lane support systems (LSS: lane change assist systems LCA and lane-keeping assist systems LKA).
Urban roads must meet a wide variety of requirements. On the one hand, they must be designed to be capable of handling the necessary volume of motorised traffic. On the other hand, urban roads are also used by non-motorised road users and people with reduced mobility. Urban roads must therefore enable safe mobility for everyone, from young...
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The term ‘rural roads’ refers to all roads outside built-up areas that are not part of the urban road network. Depending on the authority responsible for their maintenance, these may be federal roads, state roads, county roads or even local roads. Most fatal road accidents on Germanys roads occur on rural roads. Accidents involving trees...
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Mobility remains very important for the elderly. However, it also carries risks due to physical limitations and declining cognitive abilities. People should be aware of any changes in their driving ability and adapt their behaviour accordingly.
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Young drivers are a high-risk group. The combination of the risks associated with being a novice driver and with youth leads to unconscious misjudgements and deliberately risky driving behaviour. In addition to target-group-specific awareness campaigns, road safety education initiatives and targeted checks, driver training for young drivers...
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The German Insurers Accident Research (UDV), part of the German Insurance Association (GDV), has set itself the task of improving road safety on Germanys roads and helping to prevent accidents or, at the very least, minimise their severity. Who we are, where we come from and what we do.
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The present research results follow on from a series of studies by GDV into the ease of repair and damage claims made in respect of battery-electric cars (electric cars) and extend this actuarial viewpoint from the perspective of the German Insurers Accident Research.
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Children and teenagers deserve special attention on the roads, as they are the most vulnerable. They also rely on adults to set an example and provide guidance. The younger they are, the harder it is for them to navigate the complexities of the road.
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Utility vehicles are essential for the transport of goods and passengers. However, due to their size, weight and specific areas of use, accidents involving trucks, buses or agricultural vehicles can have particularly serious consequences. This makes it all the more important to put in place effective measures that better protect all road users...
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