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ATRI SEEKS MOTOR
CARRIER INPUT FOR SPEED DIFFERENTIAL STUDY
Phase One
Research Analyzes Speed Governor Use
Alexandria, Va.
–The American Transportation Research Institute is working with
industry partners to analyze the potential safety impacts of speed
differentials which may exist between cars and trucks on the road.
ATRI is investigating the role of speed differentials created by
posted speed limit differentials, speed governors and
excessive/illegal speeds in contributing to truck-car safety
issues. Preliminary data and analyses will be incorporated into a
sophisticated model to better understand exposure issues and crash
outcomes.
In Phase I of
this study, ATRI is conducting a confidential survey to
better understand the use of speed governors in the industry and the
related safety impacts. ATRI is seeking the participation of motor
carriers that use or have experience with speed governors. Survey
responses will be analyzed, and carriers may be asked to participate
in a follow-up survey. The survey can be accessed online at:
http://truckline.com/SpeedGovernorSurvey.
ATRI is the
trucking industry’s 501(c)(3) not-for-profit research organization.
It is engaged in critical research relating to freight
transportation’s essential role in maintaining a safe, secure and
efficient transportation system.
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