Applied Guidance

policy recommendations

Recommendations for law, regulation, or public policy: graduated licensing proposals, cell-phone ban analyses with policy conclusions, enforcement strategy recommendations, regulatory impact discussions, recommendations to agencies or legislatures. The audience is policymakers rather than designers (design_guidelines).

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  1. Enhancing the effectiveness of graduated driver licensing legislation · 2003 · Foss, Robert et al. · indexed
  2. Effects of New Jersey’s Cell Phone and Text Ban · 2013 · Maher, Ali et al. · archived
  3. An analysis of West Virginia’s graduated driver licensing program. · 2012 · Noble, Alexandria M. et al. · archived
  4. Analysis of West Virginia’s graduated driver licensing program. · 2012 · Noble, Alexandria M. et al. · archived
  5. North American License Policies Workshop Recommendations · 2008 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  6. Crash Reduction Factors for Education and Enforcement · 2007 · Zwahlen, Helmut T. et al. · archived
  7. Australian Graduated Driver Licensing Systems · 2009 · Senserrick, Teresa · indexed
  8. Graduated Driver Licensing Research Review, 2010 – Present · 2012 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  9. Graduated Driver Licensing Program · 2023 · Koo, Jeeyen et al. · archived
  10. Improving driver safety with behavioral countermeasures. · 2011 · Lenneman, John K. et al. · archived
  11. 2001 traffic safety issues opinion survey. · 2002 · Agent, Kenneth R. et al. · archived
  12. Next steps for graduated licensing · 2005 · Williams, A F · indexed
  13. Graduated driver licensing: what works? · 2002 · McKnight, A J et al. · indexed
  14. Teen Driver Crashes: A Report to Congress · 2008 · Compton, Richard P. et al. · archived
  15. Distracted Driving Enforcement Demonstrations: Lessons Learned · 2020 · Lemaster-Sandbank, Liza et al. · archived
  16. Concerning: ‘Mobile phones and driving’ · 2005 · Pilkington, Paul · indexed
  17. Effectiveness of Oregon's teen licensing program. · 2008 · Ross, June H. · archived
  18. Distracted Driving: Strategies and State of the Practices · 2019 · Mitran, Elisabeta et al. · archived
  19. Nationwide Review of Graduated Driver Licensing · 2007 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  20. Evaluation of New Jersey’s Graduated Driver Licensing System · 2010 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  21. DO CELL PHONE BANS CHANGE DRIVER BEHAVIOR? · 2014 · Cheng, Cheng · indexed
  22. Meta-Analysis of Graduated Driver Licensing Laws [Final Report] · 2015 · Masten, Scott V. et al. · archived
  23. Rationale for graduated licensing and the risks it should address · 2002 · Williams, A F et al. · indexed
  24. Identifying Policy Approaches to Extending the Safe Mobility of Older Adults · 2021 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  25. Countermeasures for Distracted Driving: An Exploration Beyond the Scientific Literature · 2024 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  26. GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSING: EFFECTIVENESS OF SYSTEMS AND INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS · 2003 · Senserrick, Teresa et al. · indexed
  27. Graduated driver licensing and safer driving · 2003 · McKnight, A.James et al. · indexed
  28. National Evaluation of Graduated Driver Licensing Programs · 2006 · Baker, Susan P. et al. · archived
  29. Research Agenda for an Improved Novice Driver Education Program · 1994 · Smith, Michael F. · archived
  30. Evaluation of California's graduated driver licensing program · 2004 · Masten, Scott V. et al. · indexed
  31. Countermeasures That Work – Young Drivers [Traffic Tech] · 2021 · Watson, Christine E · archived
  32. Graduated driver licensing research in 2004 and 2005 · 2005 · Hedlund, James et al. · indexed
  33. Effectiveness of Cell Phone Restrictions for Young Drivers: Review of the Evidence · 2016 · Ehsani, Johnathon P. et al. · indexed
  34. Teen Driver Cell Phone Blocker · 2012 · Benden, Mark et al. · archived
  35. Distracted Driving Laws and Motor Vehicle Crash Fatalities · 2020 · Flaherty, Michael R. et al. · indexed
  36. Experiences of Teen Drivers and Their Advice for the Learner License Phase · 2014 · Bridie Scott‐Parker · indexed
  37. Evaluation of the Kentucky Graduated Driver Licensing System · 2001 · Agent, K. R. et al. · archived
  38. Youth perspectives on distracted driving and hands-free laws · 2026 · Downer, Carson et al. · indexed
  39. Driver Education and Licensing Programs · 2018 · Bates, Lyndel Judith et al. · archived
  40. Birmingham MPO: Behavioral Safety · 2019 · NHTSA · archived
  41. Graduated driver licensing research in 2003 and beyond · 2004 · Hedlund, James et al. · indexed
  42. Increasing Teen Safety Belt Use: A Program and Literature Review · 2005 · Fell, James C. et al. · archived
  43. Graduated Driver Licensing : An international review · 2014 · Bates, Lyndel J. et al. · indexed
  44. Analysis of autonomous vehicle policies. · 2017 · Gibson, Bryan · archived
  45. Beginning teenage drivers · 2010 · NHTSA · archived
  46. Evaluation of Driver Education in South Dakota · 2011 · Braunstein, Rich et al. · archived
  47. Extent and Effects of Handheld Cellular Telephone Use While Driving · 2001 · Crawford, Jason A. et al. · archived
  48. Automated enforcement and highway safety : final report. · 2013 · Herbel, Susan et al. · archived
  49. Do Advisory Letters Engage Parents in Teen Driver Safety? · 2024 · Vachal, Kimberly · archived
  50. A Guide for Statewide Impaired-Driving Task Forces · 2009 · Fell, James C. et al. · archived
  51. Cell phone use while driving in North Carolina : 2002 update report · 2002 · Stutts, Jane C. et al. · archived
  52. Improving traffic safety culture in Iowa : phase II. · 2013 · Albrecht, Chris et al. · archived
  53. Licensing Age and Teenage Driver Crashes: A Review of the Evidence · 2009 · Williams, Allan F. · indexed
  54. Driver License Manuals Best Practices: Final Report · 2005 · Meyers, Deborah et al. · archived
  55. Effectiveness of Distracted Driving Countermeasures: A Review of the Literature · 2019 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  56. Cell phone use while driving in North Carolina · 2001 · Reinfurt, Donald W. et al. · archived
  57. The Building Blocks of Driver Distraction Policy · 2011 · McGehee, Daniel V. · indexed
  58. M-CASTL 2008 synthesis report : volume 2, teen driver safety. · 2008 · Eby, David W. et al. · archived
  59. The Effect of Extending Graduated Driver Licensing to Older Novice Drivers in Indiana · 2019 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  60. Cell Phones and Driving: Review of Research · 2006 · McCartt, Anne T. et al. · indexed
  61. Documenting How States Recently Upgraded to Primary Seat Belt Laws · 2011 · St. Louis, Renee M. et al. · archived
  62. The Highway Safety Desk Book · 1999 · NHTSA · archived
  63. Parent involvement in novice teen driving: a review of the literature · 2006 · Simons-Morton, B et al. · indexed
  64. Associations Between Selected State Laws and Teenagers' Drinking and Driving Behaviors · 2012 · Patricia Cavazos‐Rehg et al. · indexed
  65. Process and Outcome Evaluation: The Buckle Up America Initiatives · 2001 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  66. A Fresh Look at Driver Education in America · 2012 · Thomas, F. Dennis et al. · archived
  67. The Impact of Michigan's Text Messaging Restriction on Motor Vehicle Crashes · 2014 · Ehsani, Johnathon P. et al. · indexed
  68. Occupant Protection Special Traffic Enforcement Program Evaluation · 1999 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  69. Identifying at-risk drivers : a survey of state programs : final report. · 1990 · Alcee, Janice V et al. · archived
  70. North Carolina speed management recommendations for action. · 2013 · Thomas, Libby et al. · archived
  71. Strategic Highway Safety Plan for Alabama · 2006 · Benifield, Waymon et al. · archived
  72. Graduated driver licensing and teenage driver research in 2006 · 2006 · Hedlund, James et al. · indexed
  73. Establishing a methodology to evaluate teen driver-training programs. · 2013 · Trimble, Tammy E. et al. · archived
  74. Evaluation of Community-Oriented Enforcement Demonstration Projects · 2023 · Decina, Lawrence E. et al. · archived
  75. National Reported Patterns of Driver Cell Phone Use in the United States · 2010 · Braitman, Keli A. et al. · indexed
  76. Conference proceedings of the Northeast Autonomous Vehicle Summit. · 2017 · Simler, Tara et al. · archived
  77. Graduated driver licensing: the New Zealand experience · 2003 · Begg, Dorothy et al. · indexed
  78. Legislative History of .08 Per Se Laws · 2001 · Rodriguez-Iglesias, C. et al. · archived
  79. Distracted driving: prevalence, problems, and prevention · 2014 · Overton, Tiffany L. et al. · indexed
  80. Overview of Automated Enforcement in Transportation · 1998 · Turner, Shawn et al. · archived
  81. Older Driver Licensing Policies and Practices Database Update · 2020 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  82. Design of an Evaluation Plan for Senate Bill 1046 · 2022 · Chierichetti, Maria et al. · archived
  83. Why drivers use cell phones and support legislation to restrict this practice. · 2017 · Sanbonmatsu, David M. et al. · archived
  84. Primary Enforcement Seat Belt Laws · 1996 · NHTSA · archived
  85. Selective Traffic Enforcement Program for Occupant Restraints · 1987 · Rood, Debra H. et al. · archived
  86. Advancing Drugged Driving Data at the State Level: State-by-State Assessment · 2018 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  87. Vision Zero · 2012 · Belin, Matts-Åke et al. · archived
  88. Analyzing the First Years of the Click It or Ticket Mobilizations · 2010 · Tison, Julie et al. · archived
  89. Evaluation of New Jersey's Graduated Driver Licensing Program · 2010 · Williams, Allan F. et al. · indexed
  90. Cell Phoning and Texting While Driving · 2015 · Telemaque, Judy Honoria Rosaire et al. · indexed
  91. Look Who's Talking! A Roadside Survey of Drivers’ Cell Phone Use · 2010 · Young, Kristie L. et al. · indexed
  92. Strategies for Medical Advisory Boards and Licensing Review · 2005 · Lococo, Kathy H. et al. · archived
  93. Graduated Driver Licensing for New Drivers · 2013 · Ehsani, Johnathon P. et al. · indexed
  94. Alcohol Policy: Gaps between Legislative Action and Current Research · 2000 · Wagenaar, Alexander C. et al. · indexed
  95. Administrative License Revocation · 1996 · NHTSA · archived
  96. Update of Vehicle Sanction Laws and Their Application: Volume I, Summary · 2008 · Voas, Robert B. et al. · archived
  97. Obstacles to Enforcement of Youthful (under 21) Impaired Driving · 1992 · Preusser, David F. et al. · archived
  98. A novel program to enhance safety for young drivers in Israel · 2007 · Lotan, Tsippy et al. · indexed
  99. Alcohol and Highway Safety 2006: A Review of the State of Knowledge · 2011 · Voas, Robert B. et al. · archived
  100. RESPONSE: Review of the Graduated Driver Licensing Programs in Australasia · 2018 · Scott-Parker, Bridie et al. · indexed
  101. A comparison of the cell-phone driver and the drunk driver · 2006 · Strayer, D. L. et al. · archived
  102. Management of Functionally Impaired Drivers · 2006 · Leonard, Kathleen M. et al. · archived
  103. Motorcycle Operator Licensing System · 1997 · NHTSA · archived
  104. Evaluation of Click It or Ticket Model Programs · 2002 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  105. Zero Tolerance Laws for Youth: Four States’ Experience · 2000 · Lacey, John H. et al. · archived
  106. Distracted Driving Using Mobile Phone · 2021 · Ali, Atheer Muhammed · indexed
  107. Speed enforcement program guidelines · 2008 · NHTSA · archived
  108. A comparative policy analysis of seat belt laws : final report. · 2014 · McGehee, Daniel V. et al. · archived
  109. Autonomous Vehicle Technology: A Guide for Policymakers · 2014 · Anderson, James M. et al. · indexed
  110. Risk Perceptions of Mobile Phone Use While Driving · 2004 · White, Mathew P. et al. · indexed
  111. Putting Children First · 2000 · NHTSA · archived
  112. Feasibility Study on Evaluating Driver Education Curriculum · 2009 · Williams, Allan F. et al. · archived
  113. Keeping an Eye on Distracted Driving · 2013 · Coben, Jeffrey H. et al. · indexed
  114. Deterrence of the Drinking Driver: An International Survey · 1981 · Ross, H. Laurence (Hugh Laurence) · archived
  115. Building Community Support for Impaired-Driving Enforcement · 2023 · George, Michael D · archived
  116. Cell Phones and Motor Vehicle Fatalities Final Report · 2016 · Shoag, Daniel et al. · archived
  117. Cell Phone Use and Crash Risk · 2013 · Kidd, David G. et al. · indexed
  118. Older Driver Compliance with License Restrictions · 2018 · Joyce, John et al. · archived
  119. Nighttime Seat Belt Enforcement: A How-To Guide and Case Study Summary · 2024 · Miller, Richard J et al. · archived
  120. Cost-Benefit Analysis of Administrative License Suspensions · 1991 · Lacey, John H. et al. · archived
  121. Effectiveness and Efficiencies in Police Traffic Services Programs · 1982 · Traynor, Brian G. et al. · archived
  122. World experience of legal regulation of road safety · 2021 · Pastukh, Igor et al. · archived
  123. Evaluation of Rear-Seat Belt Laws · 2022 · Chaudhary, Neil K. et al. · archived
  124. Evaluation of Use and Lose Laws · 2001 · Ulmer, Robert G. et al. · archived
  125. Young Driver Licensing in New Jersey: Rates and Trends, 2006-2011 · 2014 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  126. Targets of Opportunity: Community Based Alcohol Programs · 1988 · Anikeeff, Pamela Tatiana · archived
  127. Trends in Fatalities From Distracted Driving in the United States, 1999 to 2008 · 2010 · Wilson, Fernando A. et al. · indexed
  128. Deterrent Effects of Mandatory License Suspension for DWI Conviction · 1987 · Blomberg, Richard D. et al. · archived
  129. Parents, Teens, and the Learner Stage of Graduated Driver Licensing · 2010 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  130. May 2003 Click It or Ticket Safety Belt Mobilization Evaluation · 2004 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  131. Best Practices of Successful State Impaired-Driving Task Forces · 2024 · Fell, James C. et al. · archived
  132. Educating Idaho Teenage Drivers of the Dangers of Distracted Driving · 2017 · Larrea, Meagan et al. · archived
  133. New Mexico’s Comprehensive Impaired-Driving Program: A Case Study · 2014 · Ramirez, Anthony et al. · archived
  134. Fatality Reductions Abroad: A Survey of Success From Foreign Jurisdictions · 2023 · Burbidge, Shaunna K. et al. · archived
  135. The role of enforcement programs in increasing seat belt use · 2004 · Williams, Allan F. et al. · indexed
  136. Effectiveness of Safety Belt Usage Laws · 1980 · Fisher, Franklin G. · archived
  137. Parenting and the Young Driver Problem · 2008 · SIMONSMORTON, B et al. · indexed
  138. State of Montana: Impaired Driving Assessment · 2005 · NHTSA · archived
  139. Nighttime enforcement of seat belt laws : an evaluation of three community programs · 2009 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  140. System Analysis of Automated Speed Enforcement Implementation · 2016 · Miller, Richard et al. · archived
  141. Key Features for Ignition Interlock Programs · 2010 · Marques, Paul R. et al. · archived
  142. Chapter 4: The Federal Role in Highway Safety · 2024 · Weingroff, Richard F. · archived
  143. Reduce Fatal & Serious Injury Crashes · 2024 · Kurkcu, Abdullah et al. · archived
  144. Red light running : a policy review · 2003 · Quiroga, Cesar et al. · archived
  145. Resources to Prevent Impaired Driving in Rural Areas · 2025 · Redden, Carrie et al. · archived
  146. Licensing Requirements for the Risky Driver: A Nationwide Survey · 1997 · Perrino, Carrol. S. et al. · archived
  147. Characteristics of State Law Enforcement Liaison Programs: Survey Results · 2022 · Decina, Lawrence E. et al. · archived
  148. Evaluation of New Mexico's Anti-DWI Efforts · 2000 · Lacey, John H. et al. · archived
  149. Evaluation of a program to enhance young drivers’ safety in Israel · 2011 · Toledo, Tomer et al. · indexed
  150. REDEVELOPMENT OF VICTORIA'S CAR DRIVER LEARNER PERMIT KNOWLEDGE TEST · 2001 · Butler, Andrew C. et al. · indexed
  151. Strengthening Seat Belt Use Laws · 1996 · NHTSA · archived
  152. NHTSA Region IV Click It or Ticket Campaign, May 2001 · 2002 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) · archived
  153. Countermeasures That Work – Alcohol-Impaired Driving [Traffic Tech] · 2021 · Jeleniewski, S et al. · archived
  154. Speed Enforcement Policies and Practice · 1970 · Witheford, David K. · archived
  155. Cell Phone Conversation while Driving · 2015 · Nurullah, Abu Sadat · indexed
  156. A Comprehensive Program To Support Parents of New Teen Drivers · 2021 · Goodwin, Arthur et al. · archived
  157. Network: January 1979 · 1979 · NHTSA · archived
  158. 2014 Traffic Safety Culture Index · 2015 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  159. Evaluation of the May 2007 Click It or Ticket Mobilization · 2009 · Solomon, Mark G. et al. · archived
  160. Model Regulations and Public Education for Rural-Suburban Pedestrian Safety · 1980 · Hale, A. (Allen), 1938- et al. · archived
  161. Mandatory seat belt use laws. · 1985 · Grey, Joseph · archived
  162. Effectiveness of the Illinois .08 Law · 2000 · Voas, Robert B. et al. · archived
  163. Evaluation of Kentucky's "Click It or Ticket" 2008 campaign. · 2008 · Agent, Kenneth R. et al. · archived
  164. Synthesis of Automated Vehicle Legislation · 2017 · Hubbard, Sarah M · archived
  165. Regulating Older Drivers · 1998 · Cobb, Roger W. et al. · indexed
  166. Licensing Procedures for Older Drivers · 2013 · Thomas, F. Dennis et al. · archived
  167. 2016 Traffic Safety Culture Index · 2017 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  168. Improving Parental Supervision of Novice Drivers Using an Evidence-Based Approach · 2013 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  169. American Highways Can Be Safer · 1985 · Dole, Elizabeth Hanford · archived
  170. Mandatory seat belt use. · 1984 · Grey, Joseph · archived
  171. Evaluation of the Washington Nighttime Seat Belt Enforcement Program · 2017 · Thomas, F. Dennis et al. · archived
  172. Controlling road rage : a literature review and pilot study · 1999 · Rathbone, Daniel B. et al. · archived
  173. Attitudes Towards Impaired Driving Countermeasures · 2025 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  174. May 2004 Click It or Ticket Seat Belt Mobilization Evaluation: Final Report · 2007 · Solomon, M. G. (Mark Geoffrey) et al. · archived
  175. Click It or Ticket Evaluation, 2008 - 2009 · 2013 · Solomon, Mark G. et al. · archived
  176. Guidelines for Motorcycle Operator Licensing · 2009 · Hanchulak, Denise et al. · archived
  177. Advancing sustainable safety: national road safety outlook for 2005-20 · 2006 · Wegman, Fcm et al. · indexed
  178. In-Car Cell Phone Use and Hazards Following Hands Free Legislation · 2005 · Rajalin, Sirpa et al. · indexed
  179. Asleep at the Wheel–the Road to Addressing Drowsy Driving · 2017 · Higgins, J. Stephen et al. · archived
  180. Developmental Differences · 2016 · Fisher, Donald L. et al. · indexed
  181. Youth Activities Newsletter: Winter 1975 · 1975 · NHTSA · archived
  182. Exploring Electric Bicycle Safety Performance Data and Policy Options for California · 2025 · Agrawal, Asha Weinstein et al. · indexed
  183. Review of NJ point system. · 2013 · Carnegie, Jon A. et al. · archived
  184. A Comprehensive Proposal for Driver Licensing Reform in Ecuador · 2025 · García-Ramírez, Yasmany · indexed
  185. Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions · 1996 · NHTSA · archived
  186. Implementation plan for combating the drug-impaired driver. · 1988 · Jernigan, Jack D · archived
  187. 2012 Traffic Safety Culture Index · 2013 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  188. Evaluation of the Aggression Suppression Program, Milwaukee, Wisconsin · 2001 · McCartt, Anne Taylor et al. · archived
  189. Identifying Strategies to Improve the Effectiveness of Booster Seat Laws · 2008 · Decina, L. E. (Larry E.) et al. · archived
  190. Coping with the Aging Driving Population · 2016 · Knodler, Michael A. et al. · archived
  191. State of the Practice of State Alcohol Ignition Interlock Programs · 2023 · Barrett, Hannah et al. · archived
  192. Implementing the Safe System Approach for Speed Management in Utah · 2026 · Schultz, Grant G. et al. · archived
  193. Determine Feasible and Acceptable Age 21 Support Programs · 1990 · Harding, Wayne M. et al. · archived
  194. Association between Cellular-Telephone Calls and Motor Vehicle Collisions · 1997 · Redelmeier, Donald A. et al. · indexed
  195. A meta-analysis of the effects of cell phones on driver performance · 2008 · Caird, Jeff K. et al. · indexed
  196. An Impact Evaluation of Underage Drinking Prevention Projects · 2004 · Lacey, John H. et al. · archived
  197. 2015 Traffic Safety Culture Index · 2016 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  198. Cell phone use and traffic crash risk: a culpability analysis · 2012 · Asbridge, Mark et al. · indexed
  199. Implementation of quick clearance in Michigan. · 2012 · Krechmer, Daniel et al. · archived
  200. NHTSA Youth Message [Traffic Tech] · 1986 · NHTSA · archived
  201. Young Driver Crash Rates in New Jersey by Driving Experience, Age, and License Phase · 2014 · AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety · archived
  202. National Survey on Distracted Driving Attitudes and Behaviors - 2015 · 2018 · Schroeder, Paul et al. · archived
  203. Activating teens to prevent traffic crashes. · 2012 · Henk, Russell · archived