Message from NETS' Executive Director,
Susan Hipp
Have you ever heard that it takes 21 days to form a habit? While I’m not sure that’s actually true (it really depends on a multitude of factors), the point is a habit doesn’t happen overnight. When I leave a room, I turn off the light without even thinking about it (if only I could get my teens to do the same!). I floss my teeth every night because it’s part of my routine. I always grab a book to read while eating breakfast and enjoying my coffee. And, when I get in a car, I put on my seatbelt before even starting the car.
We all have habits, both good and bad—the bad ones are so much harder to break, aren’t they? Have you ever thought about what driving habits your employees have? Do they have good habits like doing a vehicle walk around, putting their cell phone away and out of reach while driving, or planning their route before driving? Or do they exhibit bad habits like checking texts while driving, consistently not getting enough rest and driving while fatigued, or not wearing a seatbelt?
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“When nothing seems to help, I go and look at a stonecutter hammering away at his rock, perhaps a hundred times without as much as a crack showing in it. Yet at the hundred and first blow it will split in two, and I know it was not that last blow that did it—but all that had gone before.”
Atomic Habits, James Clear
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Safe driving is about building the right habits. It’s not going to happen overnight, but the more we are reminded of good habits ─ the more we “hammer away at the rock” ─ the easier it is to make those habits stick.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness month which is a great time to remind drivers of good driving habits to prevent distraction. NETS resources, like our Distracted Driving Module, can help.
Now go turn off that light or floss your teeth, and drive safe!
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Susan Hipp
Executive Director, NETS
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SAVE THE DATE!
NETS Annual Strength IN Numbers®
Fleet Safety Benchmark Conference
Indianapolis, Indiana
October 11-12, 2023
Registration & more information coming soon!
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Mark your calendar! Join your peers at the only
conference focused exclusively on employer road safety.
NETS Annual STRENGTH IN NUMBERS® Benchmark Conference convenes each year to bring together Global, Corporate, Government, and Non-profit employers. Conference participants include NETS member companies from diverse industries, representing a collective global fleet of more than half-a-million vehicles that travel nearly 11 billion miles annually.
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SAVE THE DATE!
NETS 2023 Europe Middle East Africa (EMEA) Regional Conference!
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Paris, France
September, 2023
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(exact dates to be determined)
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Finalized dates & registration coming soon!
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NETS is pleased to join Driving for Better Business (DfBB), a UK-based government-backed National Highways programme, as a partner to collaborate on our similar missions of advancing road safety and saving lives on the world’s roadways! DfBB has a wealth of resources to help employers reduce work-related road risk. Find out more at: www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com
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NETS is proud to partner with the following PLATINUM Fleet Safety Sponsors: |
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Volvo Cars is a multinational passenger car manufacturer based in Gothenburg, Sweden. The first Volvo car rolled off the Gothenburg production line in Sweden in 1927. Since then, Volvo Car Group has been a world-leader in safety technology and innovation. From the very outset Volvo Cars has been a brand for people who care about the world and the people around us. We have made it our mission to make life easier, better and safer for everyone.
Volvo is behind some of the most important inventions and innovations in the history of car safety, and we are continuously improving your safety. Among those innovations are the three-point seat belt (1959); rearward facing child seat (1972) and the booster cushion (1978); side impact protection system (1991) and the side air-bag (1994); the blind spot information system, BLIS (1994) and many more safety innovations.
Today, Volvo is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales in more than 100 countries. Volvo’s goal is that no one should be seriously injured or killed in a new Volvo car. An important step in that direction is the introduction of LIDAR in our new fully electric flagship SUV, the Volvo EX90.
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eDriving, a Solera company, helps organizations around the world to reduce incidents, collisions, injuries, license violations, carbon emissions, and total cost of fleet ownership through its patented digital driver risk management programs.
At its heart is the Mentor by eDrivingSM smartphone app that identifies risky driving behaviors for intervention and safe driving habits for recognition. In-app features include micro-training and coaching, gamification, collision reporting, vehicle inspections, and an individual FICO® Safe Driving Score validated to predict the likelihood of being involved in a collision. Mentor’s integrated automatic crash detection and Personal SOS features powered by Sfara and Bosch trigger a voice call and emergency support, as needed, from one of Bosch’s Global Call Centers supporting >50 countries. Through its five-stage, patented Crash-Free Culture® risk reduction methodology, eDriving helps organizations embrace safety and reduce risk for Sales, Service, Delivery and Warehouse drivers, all within a privacy-first, data-secure environment.
eDriving is the digital driver risk management partner of choice for many of the world’s largest organizations, supporting over 1.2 million drivers in 125 countries. Over the past 25 years, eDriving’s research-validated programs have been recognized with over 100 awards around the world.
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Lytx is the global leader in fleet management technologies. Our solutions harness the power of video to empower drivers and fleets to be safer and more efficient, productive, and profitable so they can thrive in today’s competitive environment. Through the Lytx platform, direct and reseller clients access our customizable services and programs spanning driver safety, risk detection, fleet tracking, compliance, preventative maintenance, and fuel management. Using the world’s largest driving database of its kind, along with proprietary machine vision and artificial intelligence technology, we help protect and connect thousands of fleets and 1.6 million drivers in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information on Lytx video telematics systems, visit www.lytx.com, @lytx on Twitter, LinkedIn, our Facebook page or our YouTube channel.
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SOBRsafe’s mission is to save lives and create safer work environments.
The annual cost of alcohol abuse in the U.S. is $249 billion. Nearly half of all industrial accidents with injuries are alcohol-related, and 1-in-10 U.S. commercial drivers test positive for alcohol (the highest rate worldwide).
In response, SOBRsafe has developed an instantaneous and hygienic alcohol screening technology that integrates seamlessly with driver check-in/out processes. The employee simply places two fingers on the device, and within ten seconds, their identity is verified and the alcohol test complete. All scans are reported in real-time to a secure cloud-based portal, and supervisors are immediately notified via SMS and email if alcohol has been detected.
This comprehensive, uniform testing is allowing SOBRsafe customers to enhance their safety, reduce insurance premiums by up to 25%, and create a culture of prevention.
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Mobile device distractions put employees in danger and companies at risk. So why would anyone settle for safety measures that simply report what went wrong, or only work when people remember to turn them on? TRUCE Software automatically suspends distracting mobile apps and functions depending on what your employee is doing, where they are working or even the workgroup they are part of. You define the policy and TRUCE ensures compliance when and where it’s needed. Supporting more than 100,000 subscribers and some of the largest brands worldwide, our patented technology is making workplaces everywhere safer.
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Rear Passenger Protection Falls Short in Most Midsize SUVs
Most midsize SUVs offer inadequate front crash protection for passengers seated in the rear, the latest crash test ratings from IIHS show. “All these vehicles provide excellent protection for the driver,” said IIHS President David Harkey “but only...
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www.iihs.org
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California Could Use Backdoor to End Diesel Trucks in the US
A set of proposed rules by the California state government could kickstart the end of new diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles nationwide, thanks to a regulatory "backdoor," experts told the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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dailycaller.com
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DOT Issues $94MM to Improve Public Transit, Highway Safety
The Department of Transportation has announced $94million in federal grants that will help dozens of communities across the nation accelerate public transit priorities, modernize vehicle safety systems and innovate and expand clean-energy technology.
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www.upi.com
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WORKPLACE / HOME ROAD SAFETY
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The Spring Car Maintenance Checklist You Need to See
April showers bring May flowers, but also act as an important reminder that it's time for essential spring car maintenance. Help your car, truck, or SUV recover from winter's cold temperatures and harsh conditions with this five-point checklist...
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www.firestonecompleteautoca...
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'Work with Us' on Work Zone Safety
"You play a role in work zone safety. Work with us." That's the theme of this year's National Work Zone Awareness Week, set for April 17-21. In 2020, 117 workers died in work zones, according to the campaign's website. "Work zones need traffic...
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www.safetyandhealthmagazine...
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Truck Drivers Appreciate Company Praise, Survey Shows
Truck drivers ranked praise from their companies as the characteristic they most appreciate in an employer, according to a recent survey. “Trucking is still a people business,” WorkHound CEO Max Farrell said during an interview ...
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www.ttnews.com
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TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION |
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Small Overlap Front Crash Rating Means Real-World Benefits
Driving a vehicle that earns a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s driver-side small overlap front crash test reduces your risk of dying in a real-world crash, a new IIHS study shows.
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www.iihs.org
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Hyundai Mobis Breakthrough Airbag Technology
Brain Injury Prevention Airbag gets a perfect score from the US' Obilique crash test and wins the Silver Tower Order of Industrial Service Merit in the government-held New Technology Commercialization Competition. The company unveiled various...
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www.prnewswire.com
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Which EVs Have Lower Ownership Costs Than Gas Vehicles? |
Cost ownership data provider Vincentric released an Electric Vehicle (EV) Cost of Ownership Analysis in which the company found that 14 of 27 EVs had lower total cost of ownership over five years than their gasoline counterparts. The 34-page analysis studied 27 EV models from the most recent available model year and compared them to similar gasoline-powered vehicles...
automotive-fleet.com
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As Heavy EVs Proliferate, Weight May Be a Drag on Safety
Electric vehicles are just as safe as other vehicles for their occupants, but unless we take action their weight will put other road users at risk.
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www.iihs.org
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GOVERNMENT AND NON-PROFIT
AGENCY NEWS
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Motor Vehicle Deaths Again Reach an Estimated 46,000 in 2022
For a second consecutive year, preliminary estimates from the NSC indicate the United States is in a dark place. Once again–in a single year's time–more than 46,000 people lost their lives in a preventable traffic crash; ...
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www.prnewswire.com
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Toolkit - Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety
The Alliance Accountability Toolkit is a set of practical tools that empowers NGOs to hold their governments accountable for the safety of all road users. Build your own custom Accountability Kit using our...
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www.roadsafetyngos.org
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Occupant Restraints: A Road Safety Manual
This manual provides guidance and evidence for decision-makers and practitioners that should lead to an increase in the use of vehicle occupant restraints, such as seat-belts for adults and car seats for babies and children.
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www.who.int
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Three NGOs for Safer Roads Win the FedEx Road Safety Award
Three NGO members of the Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety (the Alliance) have been awarded the FedEx Road Safety Award for their outstanding commitment to road safety...
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www.csrwire.com
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INTERNATIONAL ROAD SAFETY |
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Vans: Tough New Safety Ratings Focus on Collision Avoidance
On 1 March, Euro NCAP and Thatcham Research released updated ratings for 18 best-selling commercial vans. There are now some 5 million vans on UK roads – they are the most popular class of commercial vehicle. Vans are also involved in more fatal ...
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www.drivingforbetterbusines...
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Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards
Since 1987 these awards have given public recognition to those who have improved road safety throughout Britain. Now the Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards recognise outstanding achievement and innovation world-wide.
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www.roadsafetyawards.com
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Safe and Sustainable Motorcycles for Sub-Saharan Africa
This report offers, for the first time, a comprehensive review of all the issues – the good and the bad – around motorcycles in Sub-Saharan Africa, which are rapidly transforming the continent.
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www.amend.org
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UPCOMING TRANSPORTATION SAFETY EVENTS
AND CAMPAIGNS
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April Is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Distracted driving is one of the fastest growing safety issues on roads today. Distracted drivers aren’t just a threat to themselves; they are a danger to everyone else on the road. The national distracted driving effort focuses on ways to change ...
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www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov
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Webinar: Equity in Roadway Safety Leadership Panel
April 17, 2023 | Zoom Webinar - Join national leaders as they discuss key actions and tools they are implementing to close disparities in traffic fatalities and serious injuries for underserved communities.
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usdot.zoomgov.com
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Webinar: Making Life-Saving Emergency Care Accessible to All
April 27, 2023 | Zoom Webinar - Making quality, timely, life-saving emergency care accessible to all. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
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who.zoom.us
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Registration: NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo
May 17-19, 2023 | Indianapolis, IN - You can connect with other safety professionals, explore new products and services from over 100 exhibiting companies and learn from leading industry experts.
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ssce.nsc.org
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Registration: GHSA Annual Meeting
August 12-16, 2023 | New York, NY - This year’s theme, “Connecting Communities: Putting Vision Zero into Action,” affirms the importance of involving communities of all sizes in implementing proven and innovative solutions for preventing crashes.
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www.ghsa.org
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Registration: NSC Safety Congress & Expo
October, 2023 | New Orleans, LA - Registration opens June 13.
congress.nsc.org
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Do you have a particularly successful road safety example to share? NETS Members are encouraged to share best practices, ask questions or contribute their expertise to the NETS Road Safety Leaders Forum, an online discussion forum exclusively for NETS Members and Sponsors. Not yet a member? Check out the benefits at https://trafficsafety.org/membership-info/.
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