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Thursday, April 3, 2025
According to European Commission statistics, around 20,400 people lost their lives in road accidents across the European Union in 2023, a decrease of only 1 percent compared to the previous year. There were 46 traffic deaths per million inhabitants. While the long-term trend shows a 10% reduction compared to 2019, the current rate of decline is lower than the 4.5% annual reduction needed to reach the EU's target of halving road deaths by 2030.
Unfortunately, Romania continues to be positioned among the first countries in terms of mortality rate in road accidents. Thus, the overall ranking of mortality rates in EU countries has not changed significantly compared to the previous year, with the safest roads being in Sweden (22 deaths per million inhabitants) and Denmark (26) while Bulgaria (82) and Romania (81) reported the highest mortality rates in 2023.
This campaign is primarily dedicated to the people who act for life in the minutes and hours after a car crash, and to those who help make the transition process of the families affected by road crashes to a normal life as smooth as possible. At the same time, we want to help people understand the devastating effect of road accidents on those involved.
Unfortunately, Romania continues to be positioned among the first countries in terms of mortality rate in road accidents. Thus, the overall ranking of mortality rates in EU countries has not changed significantly compared to the previous year, with the safest roads being in Sweden (22 deaths per million inhabitants) and Denmark (26) while Bulgaria (82) and Romania (81) reported the highest mortality rates in 2023.
This campaign is primarily dedicated to the people who act for life in the minutes and hours after a car crash, and to those who help make the transition process of the families affected by road crashes to a normal life as smooth as possible. At the same time, we want to help people understand the devastating effect of road accidents on those involved.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The overall target of the KFV podcast is to provide important and usefull tips for people who care about their personal safety and the well-being of their loved ones in the everyday life.
In each episode of the KFV podcast, two KFV experts talk for around 20 minutes about a topic from everyday life: about current issues of safe road traffic as well as accident-free relaxation during sport and exercise in nature, but also about the pitfalls of getting older as well as the turbulent life with children and teenagers.
With life experience, specialist knowledge and a good dose of humour, both moderators provide important tips and back ground information about accident risks, accident occurrence and accident prevention.
Here is a little taster of the content of the first three episodes published in March 2023, April 2023 and May 2023:
Episode 1: ‘L17: the best route to a driving licence?’
L17 is currently the most comprehensive driver training course on the way to a B driving licence. But driving the first 3,000 kilometres with your own child at the wheel can be nerve-wracking. Is the effort, courage and extra work really worth it?
On air: Monday, 11 March 2023
Episode 2: ‘Starting the motorbike season: why are masking effects life-threatening and ellipses life-saving?’
Motorcycling is back in fashion among the 40-plus generation. Since 2000, the number of motorbikes in Austria has more than doubled. But the streamlined silhouette is also the greatest danger: single-track bikes are virtually invisible in many traffic situations. How can motorcycling remain a safe pleasure?
On air: Monday, 17 April 2023
Episode 3: ‘Children & water: fascination, pleasure, risk. How to ensure water fun - with safety!’
Children and water - that means fun, but it's also a risky combination. For small children, paddling pools just a few centimetres deep can be disastrous if left unattended. What are the best safety measures for swimming pools, garden ponds and the like?
On Air: Monday, 15th May 2023
Since March 2023 the KFV Podcast has been published with a new episode once a month.
In each episode of the KFV podcast, two KFV experts talk for around 20 minutes about a topic from everyday life: about current issues of safe road traffic as well as accident-free relaxation during sport and exercise in nature, but also about the pitfalls of getting older as well as the turbulent life with children and teenagers.
With life experience, specialist knowledge and a good dose of humour, both moderators provide important tips and back ground information about accident risks, accident occurrence and accident prevention.
Here is a little taster of the content of the first three episodes published in March 2023, April 2023 and May 2023:
Episode 1: ‘L17: the best route to a driving licence?’
L17 is currently the most comprehensive driver training course on the way to a B driving licence. But driving the first 3,000 kilometres with your own child at the wheel can be nerve-wracking. Is the effort, courage and extra work really worth it?
On air: Monday, 11 March 2023
Episode 2: ‘Starting the motorbike season: why are masking effects life-threatening and ellipses life-saving?’
Motorcycling is back in fashion among the 40-plus generation. Since 2000, the number of motorbikes in Austria has more than doubled. But the streamlined silhouette is also the greatest danger: single-track bikes are virtually invisible in many traffic situations. How can motorcycling remain a safe pleasure?
On air: Monday, 17 April 2023
Episode 3: ‘Children & water: fascination, pleasure, risk. How to ensure water fun - with safety!’
Children and water - that means fun, but it's also a risky combination. For small children, paddling pools just a few centimetres deep can be disastrous if left unattended. What are the best safety measures for swimming pools, garden ponds and the like?
On Air: Monday, 15th May 2023
Since March 2023 the KFV Podcast has been published with a new episode once a month.
Friday, March 7, 2025
Traditional driving license training often relies on printed books and passive learning methods, leading to a lack of engagement and incomplete comprehension of critical road safety concepts. Young learners, in particular, benefit from interactive and digital learning experiences. The Austrian Road Safety Board (KFV) recognized this gap and developed the mobile and web app "Yarrive" to enhance road safety education through a modern, interactive, and gamified approach. The objective is to shift from rote memorization to true understanding, ultimately improving driver competence and road safety.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
The Technical Day held at Braslovče Primary School on February 23, 2024, in collaboration with the VOZIM Institute, was both practical and educational. The students were first introduced to the DRAJV app and analyzed traffic safety in the municipality. During the event, they created posters and presented proposals to improve safety, which were also supported by Mayor Tomaž Žohar. The students participated in activities at seven stations, including an e-scooter simulator and workshops led by representatives from the Police, the Braslovče Fire Department, and the Žalec Health Center. The VOZIM Institute ambassador, Janez Hudej, shared his personal story about a traffic accident, which gave the students a deeper insight into the seriousness of road safety. The event emphasized the importance of involving young people in shaping road safety solutions.
Sunday, February 16, 2025
REMOVING TRAFFIC CONGESTION
We conducted an experiment at the JRC (Ispra, Italy) in a controlled traffic environment to ensure safety. The test consisted of a platoon of vehicles with the following configuration:
A first vehicle with a human driver following his usual behaviour on the road.
A second vehicle equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
Several conventional drivers keeping their safe distance.
Multiple tests were conducted with different groups of drivers, who were given inertial driving training.
The results have been surprising:
✅ Increased road safety.
✅ Significant reduction of traffic jams (better mobility).
✅ Lower fuel consumption and reduced pollutant emissions.
✅ More relaxed driving and less stress for drivers.
We conducted an experiment at the JRC (Ispra, Italy) in a controlled traffic environment to ensure safety. The test consisted of a platoon of vehicles with the following configuration:
A first vehicle with a human driver following his usual behaviour on the road.
A second vehicle equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
Several conventional drivers keeping their safe distance.
Multiple tests were conducted with different groups of drivers, who were given inertial driving training.
The results have been surprising:
✅ Increased road safety.
✅ Significant reduction of traffic jams (better mobility).
✅ Lower fuel consumption and reduced pollutant emissions.
✅ More relaxed driving and less stress for drivers.