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At the Centre for Automotive Safety Research (CASR) we seek to understand the many factors contributing to road crashes, with the ultimate goal of eliminating harm from our road system.
Our research
CASR is internationally recognised as a leading independent research organisation in road safety, and has been at the forefront of this field for over 30 years. Our experienced, multidisciplinary team conducts high-quality research with significant real-world impact, enabling informed decision-making in the development and implementation of road safety countermeasures and policies.
Vehicle safety
At CASR we are constantly developing our advanced vehicle testing capability. We have a current focus on pedestrian crash testing and advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) research. We maintain a capability to conduct pedestrian impact testing to EU/ANCAP protocols. CASR has much to contribute to the understanding of emerging automotive technologies, autonomous vehicles and vulnerable road user safety.
Crash investigation
Our in-depth crash investigation program has been a core activity since the 1970s. CASR investigators attend road crashes in metropolitan and rural areas to identify what infrastructure, vehicle or human behaviour-based countermeasures may have prevented the crash, or reduced its severity. We work collaboratively with the emergency services on-site while maintaining our independent scientific investigations.
Safe Systems for Road Engineers and Managers Micro-credential
CASR developed a self-paced online micro-credential, Safe Systems for Road Engineers, which will ensure you bridge the gap between professional practice and the Safe System application. You will learn the skills to effectively utilise the Safe System in road safety in your day-to-day role in road infrastructure.
CASR showcased in NHMRC impact case study
CASR is proud to have had its past achievements showcased in the NHMRC impact case study series.
Contact us
For media enquiries or to discuss our consulting services, vehicle testing or possible collaboration on a research project, please contact our office or the CASR Laboratory.
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Latest publications and reports
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Oct
The prevalence of in-vehicle driver distraction in moving traffic
Highlights • Driver behaviours in moving passenger and heavy vehicles were covertly recorded. • Driver distractions included mobile phones, reaching/holding and eating/drinking. • 8.6% of passenger vehicle drivers and 14% of heavy vehicle drivers were distracted. • Drivers were less distracted i...
11
Oct
Trends in young adult driver licensing rates in South Australia
Declines in the proportions of young adults with driver licences have been observed in several countries. This study investigated whether declines in driver licensing rates have also occurred among young adults (17-24 years) in South Australia and whether any such trends are associated with gender, ...
1
Oct
Managing recidivist traffic offenders: What works?
Drivers who repeatedly and persistently engage in illegal and dangerous behaviours are a threat to the safety of other road users. The aim of this review is to identify various approaches used throughout the world to address recidivism among drivers convicted of offences related to drink and drug dr...
1
Oct
Travel speed and the risk of serious injury in vehicle crashes
Highlight - 1,618 light vehicle impacts in real world crashes analysed by impact type. - Travel speed taken from Event Data Recorders for high levels of accuracy. - Risk curves produced for risk of serious injury (MAIS3+F) vs travel speed. - Head on impacts reached 1% risk of serious injury at j...
CASR wins Road Safety Innovation Fund grants
15 Jul
CASR secures three life saving Road Safety Innovation Fund grants
A novel low-cost Safe-System-aligned treatment for regional and remote intersections
(Dr. Christopher Stokes and Dr Mario Mongiardini)