Research on Driver Distraction from In-Vehicle Technologies for National Highways

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National Highways awarded a contract to Arup for research on driver distraction from in-vehicle technologies.

The contract, valued at AUD 44,086.49, builds on a rapid evidence review of existing research into the potential effect of new in-vehicle technologies on cognitive load and driver distraction.

The next stage involves detailed research to identify possible policy interventions and estimate their efficacy as these technologies become more prevalent.

The research will inform the Department's consideration of whether new best practice guidance and potential legislative change may be necessary to ensure such technologies are as safe and effective as possible.