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Traffic deaths in 2026 decline as vehicles travel on a safer modern U.S. roadway

Traffic Deaths Are Falling in 2026: What Is Making U.S. Roads Safer?

September 4, 2026

Traffic deaths in 2026 are moving in a positive direction in the United States. Early federal estimates show fewer people dying in crashes even as

Driverless car safety comparison showing an autonomous vehicle traveling safely in city traffic

Are Driverless Cars Safer Than Human Drivers? What 2026 Data Shows

September 4, 2026

Driverless car safety moved from theory to real-world testing in 2026. Fully autonomous robotaxis now operate on public roads in several U.S. cities, and researchers