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Thursday, May 29, 2025
The 'EuroTarn' Association was set up in 1997 (by myself) to encourage young people to discover the countries of the European Union, and thus learn about other European cultures and languages. The association's motto from the outset was to inspire young people to 'move in a moving world'.
Between 1997 and 2007, we developed Universities exchanges with various regions. In 2007, we created some actions to attract young people (in the Tarn area) to be more interested in Europe, and to develop their 'European citizenship' and their feeling of belonging to a same European community; And Road safety was one of the very first topic that we decided to tackle with the very first European day of Road safety in April 2007. Therefore we decided to run campaigns to talk about Road safety and... Europe, and we decided to start to visit schools to educate young people.
Between 1997 and 2007, we developed Universities exchanges with various regions. In 2007, we created some actions to attract young people (in the Tarn area) to be more interested in Europe, and to develop their 'European citizenship' and their feeling of belonging to a same European community; And Road safety was one of the very first topic that we decided to tackle with the very first European day of Road safety in April 2007. Therefore we decided to run campaigns to talk about Road safety and... Europe, and we decided to start to visit schools to educate young people.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The main road safety challenge that was addressed by the project is driving under the influence (DUI) and the impaired judgement and delayed reaction time as consequences. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs significantly impairs a driver's cognitive and motor functions, leading to poor decision-making and slower responses to hazards.
ARV-auto battles this challenge by:
o Creating awareness campaigns: Implementing targeted public education campaigns highlighting the dangers of impaired driving and promoting sober alternatives such as designated drivers and ride-sharing.
o Supporting law enforcement: Collaborating with local police on sobriety checkpoints and enhanced DUI patrols, especially during high-risk periods (e.g., weekends, holidays).
o Doing policy advocacy: Supporting stricter DUI laws, including lower blood alcohol content (BAC) limits and the use of ignition interlock devices for repeat offenders.
ARV-auto battles this challenge by:
o Creating awareness campaigns: Implementing targeted public education campaigns highlighting the dangers of impaired driving and promoting sober alternatives such as designated drivers and ride-sharing.
o Supporting law enforcement: Collaborating with local police on sobriety checkpoints and enhanced DUI patrols, especially during high-risk periods (e.g., weekends, holidays).
o Doing policy advocacy: Supporting stricter DUI laws, including lower blood alcohol content (BAC) limits and the use of ignition interlock devices for repeat offenders.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Based on our topic modelling study of road safety literature for older EU road users, we have identified several critical challenges that disproportionately affect the ageing population. First, older pedestrians and cyclists face significantly higher fatality rates due to frailty and vulnerability, especially in urban environments lacking safe infrastructure. Our findings highlight the urgent need for age-friendly design, including 30 km/h zones, improved crosswalks, and well-maintained sidewalks.
Second, while targeted driver training (cognitive, visual, and simulator-based) can reduce crash risk by up to 30%, these programs remain small-scale, methodologically inconsistent, and underfunded. Third, although technologies like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) offer safety benefits, they are underutilized by older drivers due to usability barriers.
We also address a key policy issue: the tension between safety and mobility. Arbitrary age-based licensing restrictions risk undermining elderly independence. Evidence-based, functional fitness-to-drive assessments are needed.
Lastly, our study reveals major gaps in research concerning emerging mobility modes (e.g., e-bikes, scooters) and underserved populations like older pedestrians. By applying a novel machine learning approach across multiple databases, we mapped these gaps and proposed evidence-driven solutions in infrastructure, education, vehicle technology, and licensing policy, aligned with EU Vision Zero goals and the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety
Second, while targeted driver training (cognitive, visual, and simulator-based) can reduce crash risk by up to 30%, these programs remain small-scale, methodologically inconsistent, and underfunded. Third, although technologies like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) offer safety benefits, they are underutilized by older drivers due to usability barriers.
We also address a key policy issue: the tension between safety and mobility. Arbitrary age-based licensing restrictions risk undermining elderly independence. Evidence-based, functional fitness-to-drive assessments are needed.
Lastly, our study reveals major gaps in research concerning emerging mobility modes (e.g., e-bikes, scooters) and underserved populations like older pedestrians. By applying a novel machine learning approach across multiple databases, we mapped these gaps and proposed evidence-driven solutions in infrastructure, education, vehicle technology, and licensing policy, aligned with EU Vision Zero goals and the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Sensibilizzare alla guida sicura in ambiente sia lavorativo che privato, riportare l'attenzione sui corretti comportamenti da tenere alla guida, porre l'attenzione sulle distrazioni e i rischi che si generano, la guida in stato di ebbrezza, la sicurezza in ambiente autostradale.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The problem: 2,000 cyclists die each year on European roads and no effective solution.
The solution: Beloo, the first free safety app for cyclists that alerts GPS navigators or vehicle infotainment systems to the presence of cyclists on the road, in addition to other safety features.
This system allows lives to be saved by alerting vehicles in advance that they will encounter a cyclist or group of cyclists in the coming kilometers, reducing the possibility of an accident.
This project already has the support of cycling and triathlon federations, as well as private sector companies aware of cyclists' vulnerability.
We hope to protect millions of cyclists worldwide with the support of both European and international institutions.
The solution: Beloo, the first free safety app for cyclists that alerts GPS navigators or vehicle infotainment systems to the presence of cyclists on the road, in addition to other safety features.
This system allows lives to be saved by alerting vehicles in advance that they will encounter a cyclist or group of cyclists in the coming kilometers, reducing the possibility of an accident.
This project already has the support of cycling and triathlon federations, as well as private sector companies aware of cyclists' vulnerability.
We hope to protect millions of cyclists worldwide with the support of both European and international institutions.