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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: Research Reports

Main Topic Page: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Description: An index of miscellaneous research reports not counting NCAP or Special Crash Investigations reports.
Page Sections: Documents

Documents

DateDocumentDetails
January 1975
publication date
Crush Characteristics of Automobile Structural ComponentsResearch Report ( PDF) 3.0MB · 68 pages
Author: Donald C. Robinson
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 1978
publication date
Evaluation Methodologies for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
FMVSS 105, 108, 122, 202, 207, 213, 220, 221, 222
Research Report ( PDF) 11.8MB · 206 pages
Authors: Gaylord M. Northrop et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume I: FMVSS 105
Research Report ( PDF) 10.4MB · 312 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume II: FMVSS 108
Research Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 124 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume III: FMVSS 122
Research Report ( PDF) 1.4MB · 40 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume IV: FMVSS 202 & 207
Research Report ( PDF) 2.7MB · 90 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume V: FMVSS 213
Research Report ( PDF) 2.6MB · 80 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Standards
Volume VI: FMVSS 220, 221, & 222
Research Report ( PDF) 2.6MB · 62 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey, J.A. Lesczhik, and R.F. McLean
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
November 1979
publication date
Cost Evaluation for Nine Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
Task IX: Side Door Strength, Identification and Cost Evaluation of Design and Manufacturing Changes
Research Report ( PDF) 2.2MB · 58 pages
Authors: M.R. Harvey & C.E. Eckel
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
December 1979
publication date
Calspan Chrysler Research Safety Vehicle: Phase III Final Design Report
Volume I: Technical Report
Research Report ( PDF) 15.7MB · 260 pages
Editors: G.J. Fabian & G.E. Frig
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Chrysler Corporation
April 1980
publication date
Calspan/Chrysler Research Safety Vehicle: Phase III Final Technical Report
Volume I: Executive Summary
Research Report ( PDF) 3.4MB · 64 pages
Authors: G.J. Fabian
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Chrysler Corporation
April 1980
publication date
Calspan/Chrysler Research Safety Vehicle: Phase III Final Technical Report
Volume II: Technical Discussion
Research Report ( PDF) 6.9MB · 140 pages
Editor: G.J. Fabian
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Chrysler Corporation
October 1981
publication date
A Computer Program (VEHSIM) for Vehicle Fuel Economy and Performance Simulation (Automobiles and Light Trucks)
Volume II: Users Guide
Research Report ( PDF) 7.0MB · 162 pages
Author: Russell W. Zub
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic:
October 1981
publication date
A Computer Program (VEHSIM) for Vehicle Fuel Economy and Performance Simulation (Automobiles and Light Trucks)
Volume III: Glossary and Listings
Research Report ( PDF) 14.9MB · 336 pages
Author: Russell W. Zub
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 1981
publication date
A Computer Program (VEHSIM) for Vehicle Fuel Economy and Performance Simulation (Automobiles and Light Trucks)
Volume IV: Enhancements
Research Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 84 pages
Author: Russell W. Zub
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 1: Overview
Research Report ( PDF) 8.8MB · 172 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 2: Iron, Steel and Aluminum Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Research Report ( PDF) 14.9MB · 342 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 3: Plastics, Glass and Fiberglass Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Research Report ( PDF) 12.7MB · 308 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 4: North American Automotive Parts and Components Suppliers
Research Report ( PDF) 13.5MB · 306 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 5: Multinational Automotive Parts and Components Suppliers
Research Report ( PDF) 13.1MB · 292 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 6: Foreign Automotive Parts and Components Suppliers
Research Report ( PDF) 6.5MB · 138 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka & W.R. Magro
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 1982
publication date
Profiles of Major Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Volume 7: Machine Tool Suppliers to the Automotive Industry
Research Report ( PDF) 6.5MB · 130 pages
Authors: J.A. Mateyka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 1984
publication date
Airbag Demonstration ProgramResearch Report ( PDF) 24.6MB · 406 pages
Authors: Robert C. Esser
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 1984
publication date
Airbag Demonstration Program
Volume I
Research Report ( PDF) 19.2MB · 420 pages
Authors: Robert C. Esser
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 1984
publication date
Airbag Demonstration ProgramResearch Report ( PDF) 4.1MB · 84 pages
Authors: Robert C. Esser
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 1984
publication date
Airbag Demonstration Program
Phase III
Research Report ( PDF) 6.4MB · 84 pages
Authors: Robert C. Esser
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 1985
publication date
Cost Evaluation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 210
Passenger Cars and Evaluation of Cost and Weight Trends for Standards 201, 203 and 204 - Passenger Cars
Volume: I
Research Report ( PDF) 17.1MB · 222 pages
Authors: William R. Osen & Norman F. Ludtke
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
April 1985
publication date
Cost Evaluation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 210
Passenger Cars and Evaluation of Cost and Weight Trends for Standards 201, 203 and 204 - Passenger Cars
Volume: II
Research Report ( PDF) 10.0MB · 142 pages
Authors: William R. Osen & Norman F. Ludtke
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
April 1985
publication date
Cost Evaluation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 210
Passenger Cars and Evaluation of Cost and Weight Trends for Standards 201, 203 and 204 - Passenger Cars
Volume: III
Research Report ( PDF) 8.5MB · 108 pages
Authors: William R. Osen & Norman F. Ludtke
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
February 1992
publication date
Air Bag Deployment CharacteristicsResearch Report ( PDF) 4.2MB · 100 pages
Authors: Lisa K. Sullivan & Jerome M. Kossar
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 1996
publication date
The Relation Between Discomfort Glare and Driving BehaviorResearch Report ( PDF) 45.4MB · 71 pages
Authors: Jan Theeuwes & Johan W.A.M. Alferdinck
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1997
publication date
National Automotive Sampling System Crashworthiness Data System 1994-1996Research Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 58 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 1998
publication date
Method For Estimating The Effect of Vehicle Crashworthiness Design Changes on Injuries and FatalitiesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 48 pages
Authors: John Winnicki & Rolf Eppinger
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2000
publication date
1998 Motor Vehicle Occupant Safety SurveyResearch Report ( PDF) 974KB · 14 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2000
publication date
Analysis of the Crash Experience of Vehicles Equipped with All Wheel Antilock Braking Systems (ABS)
A Second Update Including Vehicles with Optional ABS
Research Report ( PDF) 62KB · 12 pages
Authors: Ellen Hertz Ph.D.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2006
publication date
Large Truck Crash Causation Study
Analytical User's Manual
Research Report ( PDF) 1.4MB · 513 pages
Publishers: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration &
    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2006
publication date
Large Truck Crash Causation Study
Codebook
Research Report ( PDF) 2.1MB · 390 pages
Publishers: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration &
    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2006
publication date
The Impact of Driver Inattention on Near-Crash/Crash Risk
An Analysis Using the 100-Car Naturalistic Driving Study Data
Research Report ( PDF) 1.4MB · 224 pages
Authors: S.G. Klauer et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2006
publication date
Large-Truck Crash Causation Study
An Initial Overview
Research Report ( PDF) 690KB · 56 pages
Authors: Marc Starnes
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2007
publication date
Use of Advanced In-Vehicle Technology by Young and Older Early Adopters
Results on Sensor-Based Backing Systems and Rear-view Video Cameras
Research Report ( PDF) 1.0MB · 189 pages
Authors: James W. Jenness et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2008
publication date
Development of a Performance Specification for Camera/Video Imaging Systems on Heavy Vehicles
Final Report: Specifications
Research Report ( PDF) 1.6MB · 56 pages
Authors: Walter W. Wierwille et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2008
publication date
Development of a Performance Specification for Camera/Video Imaging Systems on Heavy Vehicles
Final Report: Supporting Research
Research Report ( PDF) 6.8MB · 318 pages
Authors: Walter W. Wierwille et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2008
publication date
On-Road Study of Drivers’ Use of Rearview Video Systems (ORSDURVS)Research Report ( PDF) 5.5MB · 140 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2009
publication date
Comparing Real-World Behaviors of Drivers With High versus Low Rates of Crashes and Near-CrashesResearch Report ( PDF) 7.0MB · 204 pages
Authors: S.G. Klauer et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2009
publication date
Validation Of Hardware in the Loop (HIL) Simulation for Use in Heavy Truck Stability Control System Effectiveness ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 469KB · 14 pages
Authors: Alrik L. Svenson et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2009
publication date
Emergency Medical Services Performance MeasuresResearch Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 70 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2010
publication date
Analysis of Published Hydrogen Vehicle Safety ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 2.7MB · 322 pages
Authors: Stephanie Flamberg, Susan Rose, and Denny Stephens
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2010
publication date
Localized Fire Protection Assessment for Vehicle Compressed Hydrogen ContainersResearch Report ( PDF) 903KB · 32 pages
Authors: Craig Webster
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2010
publication date
An Analysis of Driver Inattention Using a May 2010 Case-Crossover Approach On 100-Car Data
Final Report
Research Report ( PDF) 1.2MB · 148 pages
Authors: Sheila G. Klauer et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2011
publication date
Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies (ACAT) Program
Final Report of the GM-VTTI Backing Crash Countermeasures Project
Research Report ( PDF) 27.6MB · 729 pages
Authors: M. Perez et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: General Motors
August 2011
publication date
Crash Warning Interface Metrics
Final Report
Research Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 74 pages
Authors: Neil Lerner et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2011
publication date
Vehicle Safety Communications – Applications (VSC-A)
Final Report
Research Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 102 pages
Authors: F. Ahmed-Zaid et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2012
publication date
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Fuel System Integrity Research
Electrical Isolation Test Procedure Development and Verifcation
Research Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 117 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2013
publication date
LIDAR Speed-Measuring Device Performance SpecificationsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 46 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2018
publication date
Draft Environmental Impact Statement for The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule for Model Year 2021–2026 Passenger Cars and Light TrucksResearch Report ( PDF) 16.5MB · 500 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2018
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment Of a Generic Electric Power Steering System With Active Steering and Four-Wheel Steering FeaturesResearch Report ( PDF) 4.1MB · 454 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2018
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment of a Generic Steer-by-Wire Steering System With Active Steering and Four-Wheel Steering FeaturesResearch Report ( PDF) 3.6MB · 304 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2018
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment of an Automated Lane Centering SystemResearch Report ( PDF) 2.0MB · 129 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2018
publication date
Development of Fit Envelopes To Promote Compatibility Among Vehicles and Child Restraint SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 10.1MB · 126 pages
Authors: Kathleen D. Klinich et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2018
publication date
A Framework for Automated Driving System Testable Cases and ScenariosResearch Report ( PDF) 3.8MB · 108 pages
Authors: Eric Thorn, Shawn Kimmel, and Michelle Chaka
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2018
publication date
Radar Congestion StudyResearch Report ( PDF) 3.9MB · 87 pages
Authors: William Buller et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2018
publication date
Examination of a Prototype Camera Monitor System For Light Vehicle Outside Mirror ReplacementResearch Report ( PDF) 5.3MB · 67 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae, G.H. Scott Baldwin, and Adam T. Andrella
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Audi A4
October 2018
publication date
Field Study of Light-Vehicle Crash Avoidance Systems
Automatic Emergency Braking and Dynamic Brake Support
Research Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 55 pages
Authors: Carol A. Flannagan et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: General Motors
October 2018
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment of a Generic Accelerator Control System With Electronic Throttle Control in Diesel-Fueled VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 6.4MB · 462 pages
Authors: Qi Van Eikema Hommes, Christopher Becker, and Wassim Najm
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2018
publication date
Performance Assessment of Prototype Seat Belt Misuse Detection SystemResearch Report ( PDF) 3.6MB · 45 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae, G.H. Scott Baldwin, and Adam T. Andrella
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2018
publication date
Naturalistic Study of Level 2 Driving Automation FunctionsResearch Report ( PDF) 4.7MB · 179 pages
Authors: Sheldon M. Russell et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2018
publication date
Auditory Alert Characteristics Impact on Crash Avoidance Warning ResponseResearch Report ( PDF) 8.7MB · 100 pages
Authors: Dawn Marshall et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2018
publication date
Cybersecurity Research Considerations for Heavy VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 113 pages
Authors: Stephen Stachowski P.E., Russ Bielawski, and André Weimerskirch
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2018
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment Of a Generic Accelerator Control System With Electronic Throttle Control in Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 115 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker, Ahmad Nasser, and Fouad Attioui
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2019
publication date
Development of a Surrogate Shoulder Belt Retractor for Sled Testing Of Booster SeatsResearch Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 71 pages
Authors: Miriam A. Manary et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2019
publication date
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching Device Confirmation Test
Test Procedure Assessment
Research Report ( PDF) 11.5MB · 67 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae & Adam Andrella
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2019
publication date
Test Track Procedures for Heavy-Vehicle Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 824KB · 39 pages
Authors: Devin Elsasser, M. Kamel Salaani, and Chris Boday
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2019
publication date
An Assessment Method for Automotive Intrusion Detection System PerformanceResearch Report ( PDF) 2.4MB · 58 pages
Authors: Stephen Stachowski, Ron Gaynier, and David J. LeBlanc
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2019
publication date
Structural Countermeasure Research ProgramResearch Report ( PDF) 6.4MB · 96 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert & Steve Kan
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2019
publication date
WorldSID 50th Percentile Male Dummy Seating Procedure Evaluation and RevisionResearch Report ( PDF) 2.9MB · 89 pages
Authors: Allison E. Louden
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Advanced Automatic Collision Notification Research ReportResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 33 pages
Authors: E. Lee et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Crashworthiness Models For Automotive Batteries
A Report on the Department of Energy Project 2088-A031-15 for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Research Report ( PDF) 4.9MB · 47 pages
Authors: John A. Turner et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Human Factors for Connected Vehicles Transit Bus ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 10.9MB · 223 pages
Authors: Justin L. Graving, Paige Bacon-Abdelmoteleb, and John L. Campbell
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Indicators of Driver Adaptation to Forward Collision Warnings
A Naturalistic Driving Evaluation
Research Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 155 pages
Authors: Emily Nodine et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Lower Leg Biofidelity Corridors For Heel ImpactResearch Report ( PDF) 2.9MB · 64 pages
Authors: Jason L. Forman, Jeff R. Crandall, and Carolyn W. Roberts
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Relative Frequency of U.S. Pedestrian Injuries Associated With Risk Measured in Component-Level Pedestrian TestsResearch Report ( PDF) 502KB · 38 pages
Authors: Ann Mallory et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2019
publication date
Safety Performance of Rechargeable Energy Storage SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 26.5MB · 712 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Front Seat Modeling in Rear Impact Crashes
Development of a Detailed Finite-Element Model for Seat Back Strength Requirements
Research Report ( PDF) 14.1MB · 136 pages
Authors: Wade Bridges
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Pedestrian Protection – Assessment of the U.S. Vehicle FleetResearch Report ( PDF) 40.9MB · 202 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay, Jason Stammen, and Peter Martin
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2019
publication date
Development of Oblique Restraint CountermeasuresResearch Report ( PDF) 13.1MB · 94 pages
Authors: Jingwen Hu et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2020
publication date
Haptic Warning Characteristics for V2V Safety ApplicationsResearch Report ( PDF) 10.4MB · 94 pages
Authors: Dawn Marshall et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2020
publication date
Investigation of Potential Design and Performance Criteria for Booster Seats Through Volunteer and Dynamic TestingResearch Report ( PDF) 17.7MB · 148 pages
Authors: Kathleen D. Klinich et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
publication date
Parameter Study of the OMDB Test ProcedureResearch Report ( PDF) 11.4MB · 137 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert & Cing-Dao Kan
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2019
publication date
Revised THOR 50th Percentile Male Dummy Seating ProcedureResearch Report ( PDF) 1.3MB · 61 pages
Authors: Allison E. Louden
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
DC and AC Charging Safety Evaluation Procedure Development, Validation, and AssessmentResearch Report ( PDF) 5.2MB · 152 pages
Authors: Eric Rask et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
DC Charging Safety Evaluation Procedure Development, Validation, And Assessment, and Preliminary Draft AC Charging Evaluation ProcedureResearch Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 157 pages
Authors: Eric Rask, Jason Harper, and Dan Dobrzynski
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Determination of Optimal RibEye LED Locations in The WorldSID 50th Percentile Male DummyResearch Report ( PDF) 3.4MB · 36 pages
Authors: Heather Rhule et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Evaluation of the Large Omni-Directional Child Anthropomorphic Test DeviceResearch Report ( PDF) 5.4MB · 57 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay, Mike Carlson, and Jason Stammen
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Ford Safety Performance Of Rechargeable Energy Storage SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 7.6MB · 224 pages
Author: Alvaro Masias
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Ford Motor Company
July 2019
publication date
Small Female/Older Occupant Thoracic Biofidelity Corridor DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 2.9MB · 55 pages
Authors: Jeff R. Crandall et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Technical Evaluation Of the TRL Pedestrian Upper LegformResearch Report ( PDF) 8.4MB · 56 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay & Jason Stammen
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
A Test Track Comparison of the Global Vehicle Target and NHTSA’s Strikeable Surrogate VehicleResearch Report ( PDF) 2.2MB · 54 pages
Authors: Andrew C. Snyder et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Traffic Jam Assist System Confirmation Test
(Working Draft)
Research Report ( PDF) 709KB · 33 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2019
publication date
Traffic Jam Assist Test Development ConsiderationsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 35 pages
Authors: Sughosh J. Rao Ph.D. & Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2019
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment Of a Generic Accelerator Control System with Electronic Throttle Control in Hybrid Electric Vehicles with Gasoline Internal Combustion EnginesResearch Report ( PDF) 7.3MB · 465 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker, Ahmad Nasser, and Fouad Attioui
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2019
publication date
Lower Beam Headlighting System Visibility Confirmation Test
Test Procedure Assessment
Research Report ( PDF) 2.5MB · 41 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae, Adam T.Andrella, and G.H. Scott Baldwin
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2019
publication date
Statistics of Light-Vehicle Pre-Crash Scenarios Based on 2011-2015 National Crash DataResearch Report ( PDF) 3.1MB · 136 pages
Authors: Elizabeth D. Swanson et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2019
publication date
Visual-Manual Driver Distraction Guidelines
Test Procedures – Task Acceptance Testing
Occlusion and Eye Glance Measurement Using Driving Simulator Testing
Research Report ( PDF) 738B · 59 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2019
publication date
Detection Response Task Evaluation for Driver Distraction Measurement for Auditory-Vocal Tasks
Experiment 2
Research Report ( PDF) 6.4MB · 176 pages
Authors: Thomas A. Ranney
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2019
publication date
System-Level RESS Safety and Protection Test Procedure Development, Validation, and Assessment
Final Report
Research Report ( PDF) 7.8MB · 68 pages
Authors: Eric Rask & Kevin Stutenberg
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2019
publication date
Review of Simulation Frameworks and Standards Related to Driving ScenariosResearch Report ( PDF) 993KB · 40 pages
Authors: Scott Schnelle Ph.D. et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2020
publication date
Battery State of Health and Stability Diagnostic Tool Set DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 2.8MB · 33 pages
Authors: Joshua Lamb et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2020
publication date
Biomechanical Response Manual: THOR 5th Percentile Female NHTSA Advanced Frontal Dummy
Revision 2
Research Report ( PDF) 2.5MB · 60 pages
Authors: E.L. Lee et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2020
publication date
In-Vehicle Voice Control Interface Evaluation
Preliminary Driver Workload and Risk Analysis
Research Report ( PDF) 6.5MB · 103 pages
Authors: James W. Jenness et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2020
publication date
Feasibility of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Retrofit For Heavy VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.6MB · 50 pages
Authors: Bruce Belzowski et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2020
publication date
Human Factors Research On Seat Belt Assurance SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 2.5MB · 57 pages
Authors: Shan Bao et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2020
publication date
Li-Ion Battery Propagation Trigger Technique Development/Igniter DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 2.5MB · 29 pages
Authors: Joshua Lamb et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2020
publication date
Stranded Energy Assessment Techniques and ToolsResearch Report ( PDF) 8.0MB · 98 pages
Authors: Eric Rask et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2020
publication date
Analysis of Pedestrian Injuries by Passenger Vehicle Model YearResearch Report ( PDF) 501KB · 18 pages
Authors: Melissa R. Pfeiffer
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2020
publication date
Crash Avoidance Technology Evaluation Using Real-World Crash DataResearch Report ( PDF) 736KB · 43 pages
Authors: Carol Flannagan & Andrew Leslie
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2020
publication date
Functional Safety Assessment of a Generic Accelerator Control System With Electronic Throttle Control in Electric VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 3.4MB · 444 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker, Ahmad Nasser, and Fouad Attioui
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2020
publication date
Technical Approaches To Increase Seat Belt Use
Report to the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations
Research Report ( PDF) 459KB · 14 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2020
publication date
Pre-Crash Scenario Characteristics of Motorcycle Crashes for Crash Avoidance ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 2.8MB · 74 pages
Authors: Elizabeth D. Swanson et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
publication date
Baseline Analysis of Driver Performance at Intersections for the Left-Turn Assist and Intersection Movement Assist ApplicationsResearch Report ( PDF) 4.1MB · 137 pages
Authors: Scott Stevens et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
publication date
Crash Simulations Between Non-Occupied Automated Driving Systems and Roadside HardwareResearch Report ( PDF) 5.8MB · 65 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert, Dhafer Marzougui, and Cing-Dao Kan
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
publication date
Functional Safety Research Considerations For Heavy VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 33 pages
Authors: Brandy Kellom, Marc Monfalcone, and Doug Pape
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
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THOR-50M Durability ReportResearch Report ( PDF) 9.3MB · 62 pages
Authors: William Millis, Alena Hagedorn, and Michelle Murach
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2020
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Vehicle Bumper Performance in Part 581 Versus Pedestrian Leg ProtectionResearch Report ( PDF) 3.1MB · 29 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay & Jason Stammen
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2020
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Occupant Safety in Vehicles Equipped With Automated Driving Systems, Part 3
Biofidelity Evaluation of GHBMC M50-OS Against Laboratory Sled Tests
Research Report ( PDF) 9.3MB · 73 pages
Authors: David Poulard, Hongnan Lin, and Matthew B. Panzer
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2020
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Cybersecurity of Firmware UpdatesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.2MB · 103 pages
Authors: Russ Bielawski et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2020
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Biofidelity Report of the THOR 5th Percentile Anthropomorphic Test DeviceResearch Report ( PDF) 11.1MB · 165 pages
Authors: Z. Jerry Wang et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2020
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Occupant Safety in Vehicles Equipped With Automated Driving Systems, Part 1
Initial Evaluation of Usability, Stability, and Injury Prediction Capabilities (Revised)
Research Report ( PDF) 15.0MB · 116 pages
Authors: Hongnan Lin et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2020
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Safety of the Intended Functionality of Lane-Centering and Lane-Changing Maneuvers of a Generic Level 3 Highway Chauffeur SystemResearch Report ( PDF) 2.3MB · 145 pages
Authors: Christopher Becker, John Brewer, and Larry Yount
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2020
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Evaluation of Child Restraint System EffectivenessResearch Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 174 pages
Authors: Jia-Ern Pai
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2021
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Classification of Level 2 Driving Events Observed on Public RoadsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 56 pages
Authors: Sughosh J. Rao Ph.D. & Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2021
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Driver Expectations for System Control Errors, Driver Engagement, and Crash Avoidance in Level 2 Driving Automation SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 2.6MB · 93 pages
Authors: Sheldon Russell, Jon Atwood, and Shane McLaughlin
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2021
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FMVSS Considerations for Vehicles With Automated Driving Systems
Volume 2
Research Report ( PDF) 18.3MB · 630 pages
Authors: Michelle Chaka & Myra Blanco, et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
February 2021
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Occupant Dynamics During Crash Avoidance ManeuversResearch Report ( PDF) 8.5MB · 123 pages
Authors: Matthew P. Reed et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2021
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An Approach for the Selection and Description Of Elements Used to Define Driving ScenariosResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 72 pages
Authors: Sughosh J. Rao Ph.D. et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2021
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Electric Vehicle GTR No. 20 Test Development, Validation, and AssessmentResearch Report ( PDF) 9.1MB · 108 pages
Authors: Robert Schnorenberg & Joe Fleck
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2021
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Opposing Traffic Safety Assist Draft Test Procedure Performability ValidationResearch Report ( PDF) 2.0MB · 40 pages
Authors: Taylor R. Manahan & Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2021
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Potential Alternative Methodology for Evaluating Flammability of Interior Automotive MaterialsResearch Report ( PDF) 20.2MB · 325 pages
Authors: Jason P. Huczek et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Advanced Test Tools for ADAS and ADSResearch Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 47 pages
Authors: Heath Albrecht, Frank Barickman, Scott Schnelle Ph.D.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Hazard Analysis of Concept Heavy-Truck Platooning SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 124 pages
Authors: Tony Polinori, Tony Rice, and Marc Monfalcone
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Implementation of the Revised Safety Impact Methodology (SIM) ToolResearch Report ( PDF) 2.4MB · 127 pages
Authors: Mikio Yanagisawa et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Occupant Safety in Vehicles Equipped With Automated Driving Systems, Part 2
Crash Safety Considerations For Out-of-Position Occu-pant Posture in Vehicles With Automated Driving Systems - Field Data Investigation
Research Report ( PDF) 10.0MB · 143 pages
Authors: Matthew B. Panzer et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Performance of Energy Management Features of Child Restraint System LATCH HardwareResearch Report ( PDF) 896KB · 17 pages
Authors: Miriam A. Manary, Kathleen D. Klinich, and Nichole R. Orton
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Test Procedures With Countermeasure Timing Constraints for Intersection Movement and Left Turn Assist Safety ApplicationsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.6MB · 55 pages
Authors: Philip Azeredo, Tim Tiernan, and Wassim Najm
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2021
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Traffic Jam Assist Draft Test Procedure Performability ValidationResearch Report ( PDF) 1.0MB · 30 pages
Authors: Erin E. Fogle, Tyler E. Arquette, and Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2021
publication date
Development of a Representative Seat Assembly for FMVSS No. 213Research Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 44 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter, Allison E. Louden, and Cristina Echemendia
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
June 2021
publication date
Occupant Response Evaluation in Flat, Full-Frontal Rigid Barrier Impact TestingResearch Report ( PDF) 4.2MB · 47 pages
Authors: Stephen Summers et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2021
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Seat Belt Assembly Tensile Test Procedure DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 2.0MB · 59 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter & Alaine Wetli
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2021
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Intersection Safety Assist Draft Test Procedure Performability ValidationResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 44 pages
Authors: Ian J. Davis & Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2021
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Investigation of Crash Consequences for Common Child Restraint MisuseResearch Report ( PDF) 4.8MB · 42 pages
Authors: Miriam Manary et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2021
publication date
Measuring Steering Column Motion in Frontal Rigid-Barrier TestResearch Report ( PDF) 8.0MB · 43 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert, Cing-Dao Kan, and Chung-Kyu Park
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2021
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Failure Modes and Effects Analysis for Wireless and Extreme Fast ChargingResearch Report ( PDF) 6.6MB · 264 pages
Authors: Emre Gurpinar et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2021
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Li-Ion Battery Pack Immersion Exploratory InvestigationResearch Report ( PDF) 5.6MB · 34 pages
Authors: Eric Rask, Kevin Stutenberg, and Thomas Waller
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2021
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Motorcoach Safety Research – Interior Impacts and CompartmentalizationResearch Report ( PDF) 9.5MB · 91 pages
Authors: Steve Duffy & Aloke Prasad
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2021
publication date
An Applied Review of Simulation Validation Approaches on a Vehicle Dynamics ModelResearch Report ( PDF) 9.7MB · 84 pages
Authors: Kamel Salaani Ph.D. et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: International 4300
September 2021
publication date
Evaluation of Foam Specifications For the Proposed FMVSS No. 213 Test BenchResearch Report ( PDF) 5.4MB · 124 pages
Authors: Allison E. Louden & Alaine E. Wetli
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
September 2021
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Evaluation of Seat Foams For the FMVSS No. 213 Test BenchResearch Report ( PDF) 5.3MB · 75 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
October 2021
publication date
Draft Research Test Procedure Performability Assessment for Five ADAS VariantsResearch Report ( PDF) 3.6MB · 71 pages
Authors: Tyler E. Arquette et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2021
publication date
Methods Used to Develop a Model For Crash and Injury Projections For 2020–2030Research Report ( PDF) 4.2MB · 284 pages
Authors: Ann Mallory et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2021
publication date
Assessing the Feasibility of Adding Additional Actors to Intersection Safety Assist Draft Test ScenariosResearch Report ( PDF) 857KB · 25 pages
Authors: Ian J. Davis & Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2021
publication date
Assessing the Feasibility of Adding Additional Actors to Traffic Jam Assist Test ScenariosResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 26 pages
Authors: Erin E. Fogle, Taylor R. Manahan, and Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2021
publication date
Classification of Level 2 Driving Automation Events Observed on Public RoadsResearch Report ( PDF) 3.3MB · 70 pages
Authors: Andrew C. Snyder, Sughosh J. Rao Ph.D., and Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2021
publication date
Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder Systems
An Observational Study Examining the Relationship With Seat Belt Use
Research Report ( PDF) 4.9MB · 96 pages
Authors: Adele Polson et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2021
publication date
Repeatability and Reproducibility Of the FMVSS No. 213 Side Impact TestResearch Report ( PDF) 1.5MB · 32 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter & Allison E. Louden
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
January 2022
publication date
WorldSID 50th Percentile Male Durability AssessmentResearch Report ( PDF) 9.9MB · 73 pages
Authors: Dan Rhule, William Millis, and Jim Stricklin
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2022
publication date
Comparison of the aPLI, FlexPLI With Upper Body Mass, and FlexPLI Pedestrian Legforms in Matched-Pair Vehicle TestsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 36 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay & Jason Stammen
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2022
publication date
Event Data Recorder Duration Study
Appendix to a Report to Congress
Research Report ( PDF) 2.3MB · 83 pages
Authors: Rong Jackey Chen, Whitney M. Tatem, and H. Clay Gabler
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2022
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Propagation Mitigation Testing Procedures, Modeling, and AnalysisResearch Report ( PDF) 7.2MB · 52 pages
Authors: Joshua Lamb et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2022
publication date
Results of Event Data Recorders Pre-Crash Duration Study
A Report to Congress
Research Report ( PDF) 316KB · 14 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2022
publication date
FMVSS No. 213a Side Impact Test Evaluation and RevisionResearch Report ( PDF) 3.5MB · 80 pages
Authors: Allison E. Louden & Kedryn Wietholter
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
June 2022
publication date
Firewall Design in Buses To Mitigate the Propagation of Engine FiresResearch Report ( PDF) 5.8MB · 115 pages
Authors: Jason P. Huczek & Marc L. Janssens
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2022
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Hydrogen Container Performance TestingResearch Report ( PDF) 5.1MB · 84 pages
Authors: Matt Dixon & Tanja Smutny
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2022
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Development of Test Procedures for Lower Interior Rear Seat Occupant ProtectionResearch Report ( PDF) 4.5MB · 153 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2022
publication date
Evaluation of the WorldSID 50th Percentile Male Side Impact Dummy
Qualification and Sled Test Repeatability and Reproducibility
Research Report ( PDF) 15.1MB · 140 pages
Authors: Dan Rhule & Jim Stricklin
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2022
publication date
Female Crash Fatality Risk Relative to Males for Similar Physical ImpactsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 54 pages
Authors: Eun Young Noh
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2022
publication date
Integrated Seat Belt System Model DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 8.4MB · 66 pages
Authors: Wade Bridges et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2022
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Adaptive Driving Beam Headlamps Test Repeatability AssessmentResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 204 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2022
publication date
Crash Simulation of FMVSS No. 214 Safety PerformanceResearch Report ( PDF) 14.4MB · 58 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert, Cing-Dao Kan, and Chung-Kyu Park
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2022
publication date
INTERIM REPORT TO CONGRESS
Crash Test Dummies
Research Report ( PDF) 553KB · 19 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2022
publication date
Rear-Seat Frontal Crash Protection Research With Application to Vehicles With Automated Driving Systems
Volume 1
Research Report ( PDF) 67.8MB · 460 pages
Authors: Warren N. Hardy et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2022
publication date
Adaptive Driving Beam Headlighting Systems Rulemaking Support TestingResearch Report ( PDF) 13.9MB · 243 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2022
publication date
Development of an Automated Wheelchair Tiedown Restraint SystemResearch Report ( PDF) 30.0MB · 264 pages
Authors: Kathleen D. Klinich, et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2022
publication date
THOR-50M RepeatabilityResearch Report ( PDF) 29.0MB · 302 pages
Authors: Alena Hagedorn et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2023
publication date
Head-Up Displays and Distraction PotentialResearch Report ( PDF) 1.8MB · 62 pages
Authors: Sheldon Russell et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2023
publication date
The Economic and Societal Impact of Motor Vehicle Crashes, 2019
Revised
Research Report ( PDF) 4.7MB · 297 pages
Authors: Lawrence Blincoe et al
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2023
publication date
A Modeling Study on Child Occupant Safety With Unconventional Seating ConfigurationsResearch Report ( PDF) 5.8MB · 98 pages
Authors: Jingwen Hu et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2023
publication date
Status of NHTSA’s Roof Ejection Mitigation ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 3.2MB · 58 pages
Authors: Aloke Prasad & Corinn Pruitt
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2023
publication date
Vehicle Classification and Equipment Type Crash Data and Market SurveyResearch Report ( PDF) 1.6MB · 95 pages
Authors: Martha M. Eddy
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2023
publication date
An Approach for the Selection and Description of Elements Used to Define Driving Scenarios
Part II
Research Report ( PDF) 3.2MB · 95 pages
Authors: Sughosh J. Rao Ph.D. et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2023
publication date
Development of Discrete Size Measurement Methodologies for Motorcycle HelmetsResearch Report ( PDF) 4.2MB · 57 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter & Corinn Rains
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2023
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Assessment of Headlamp Aim for New VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 819KB · 28 pages
Authors: Nick Voyzey, Elizabeth N. Mazzae, and Adam Andrella
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2023
publication date
Pilot Study of Driver Use of A Camera-Based Visibility System Versus MirrorsResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 77 pages
Authors: Elizabeth N. Mazzae et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 2023
publication date
Pedestrian Safety: Assessment of Crashworthiness Test ProceduresResearch Report ( PDF) 16.6MB · 91 pages
Authors: Jingwen Hu et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2024
publication date
Cost and Weight Added by The FMVSS for Model Years 1968 to 2019 for Passenger Cars and LTVsResearch Report ( PDF) 5.0MB · 501 pages
Authors: James F. Simons
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
December 2024
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Fatalities, Injuries, and Crashes Prevented by Vehicle Safety Technologies and Associated FMVSS, 1968 to 2019
Passenger Cars and LTVs
Research Report ( PDF) 26.1MB · 1,866 pages
Authors: Charles J. Kahane PhD & James F. Simons
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
December 2024
publication date
Historical Analysis of Costs and Benefits of FMVSS for Passenger Cars And LTVs on a Calendar-Year BasisResearch Report ( PDF) 4.9MB · 311 pages
Authors: James F. Simons, Lawrence J. Blincoe,
    Charles J. Kahane PhD
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
January 2024
publication date
Vehicle Assessment Using Integrated Crash Avoidance and Crashworthiness Pedestrian Safety Test ProceduresResearch Report ( PDF) 1.2MB · 31 pages
Authors: Brian Suntay et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2024
publication date
Restraint Design for Obese OccupantsResearch Report ( PDF) 4.1MB · 77 pages
Authors: Hamed Joodaki, Bronek Gepner, and Jason R. Kerrigan
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2024
publication date
Restraint Design for Obese Occupants: Belt Pull Test Simulations Error Effects ModelingResearch Report ( PDF) 3.4MB · 48 pages
Authors: Zhaonan Sun et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2024
publication date
Restraint Design for Obese Occupants: GHBMC Obesity Model Modifications
Fourth of four parts
Research Report ( PDF) 18.8MB · 104 pages
Authors: Zhaonan Sun, Bronek Gepner, and Jason R. Kerrigan
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2024
publication date
Restraint Design for Obese Occupants: Rear-Seat SimulationsResearch Report ( PDF) 2.6MB · 42 pages
Authors: Jason R. Kerrigan et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
May 2024
publication date
Review of Technology to Prevent Alcohol- and Drug-Impaired Crashes
Update
Research Report ( PDF) 682B · 49 pages
Authors: John K. Pollard, Eric D. Nadler, and Gina A. Melnik
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
June 2024
publication date
Development of Side Impact Test Procedures for Improved Wheelchair Transportation SafetyResearch Report ( PDF) 25.0MB · 182 pages
Authors: Kathleen D. Klinich et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2024
publication date
Consumer Guide to Uniform Tire Quality GradingResearch Report ( PDF) 6.9MB · 260 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2024
publication date
Material Flammability Test Procedure Development SupportResearch Report ( PDF) 10.0MB · 163 pages
Authors: Jason P. Huczek, Marc L. Janssens, Marina Gonzalez
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2024
publication date
Crash Safety Considerations For Speed-Limited ADS ShuttlesResearch Report ( PDF) 22.5MB · 84 pages
Authors: Rudolf Reichert, Cing-Dao Kan, and Chung-Kyu Park
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2024
publication date
Assessment of Driver Monitoring Systems for Alcohol Impairment Detection and Level 2 AutomationResearch Report ( PDF) 1.1MB · 118 pages
Authors: David M. Prendez et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2024
publication date
WorldSID-50M Repeatability and Reproducibility of Qualification TestsResearch Report ( PDF) 8.5MB · 88 pages
Authors: Dan Rhule
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2024
publication date
Light-Duty Vehicle Transmission Benchmarking
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime P810 Transmission and Q610 Rear Axle
Research Report ( PDF) 2.6MB · 70 pages
Author: Craig Wileman
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Toyota RAV4
November 2024
publication date
A Teardown Study of Flood-Damaged Electric VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 7.8MB · 104 pages
Authors: Tanvir R. Tanim & Tom Prucha
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2024
publication date
Testing Rear-Door-Logic Based Unattended Child Reminder SystemsResearch Report ( PDF) 2.9MB · 99 pages
Authors: Aloke K. Prasad & Avary Snyder
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2024
publication date
THOR-50M In-Dummy Data Acquisition System EvaluationResearch Report ( PDF) 6.9MB · 138 pages
Authors: Laura Watkins, William Millis, and Hyunjung Kwon Ph.D.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2025
publication date
Annotated Bibliography of Pedestrian Data SourcesResearch Report (Microsoft Excel) 185KB · 4 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2025
publication date
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Transmission Benchmarking
Volvo I-Shift 12-Speed Automated Manual Transmission
Research Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 66 pages
Author: Craig Wileman
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Volvo
January 2025
publication date
Passenger Vehicle Surrogate Test Target Radar Return RepeatabilityResearch Report ( PDF) 5.5MB · 65 pages
Authors: Roger Zeits et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2025
publication date
Vehicle Safety Recall Completion RatesResearch Report ( PDF) 1.6MB · 42 pages
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2025
publication date
Review of Literature Addressing Effects of Pedestrian Safety-Related Test Requirements on Vehicle Design, Fleet Composition, and Pedestrian Injury
Task 2 (Revised)
Research Report ( PDF) 550KB · 61 pages
Authors: Heather Frazier & A.R. Flanders
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2025
publication date
Review of Literature Addressing Pedestrian Injury Risk and Motor Vehicle Characteristics
Task 1 (Revised)
Research Report ( PDF) 602KB · 55 pages
Authors: Heather Frazier, Margaret Roulett, and Ian McQuistion
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
March 2025
publication date
Review of Literature Addressing Vehicle Pedestrian Safety Market Trends
Task 3 (Revised)
Research Report ( PDF) 663KB · 70 pages
Authors: Ian McQuistion & A.R. Flanders
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2025
publication date
Evaluation of FMVSS No. 305a Electric-Powered Vehicles: Water Exposure SafetyResearch Report ( PDF) 1.0MB · 31 pages
Authors: Tim Coffin & Colleen Bendig
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
July 2025
publication date
Evaluation of LATCH Usability Tools Update
Revised
Research Report ( PDF) 8.6MB · 161 pages
Authors: Allison E. Louden,
Kedryn Wietholter, Corinn Pruitt
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
July 2025
publication date
Evaluation of Tether Anchor Zones for FMVSS No. 225
Revised
Research Report ( PDF) 1.9MB · 63 pages
Authors: Kedryn Wietholter & Joshua Smith
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
July 2025
publication date
FMVSS Considerations for Vehicles With Automated Driving Systems
Volume 3
Research Report ( PDF) 4.2MB · 434 pages
Authors: Michelle Chaka et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Topic: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
July 2025
publication date
Heavy-Truck Rear-Impact-Guard Finite Element Simulation and AnalysisResearch Report ( PDF) 40.8MB · 218 pages
Authors: Derek A. Jones, Alex Kalmar-Gonzalo,
Berkan Guleyupoglu
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
August 2025
publication date
Percent of Motor Vehicle Crash Fatalities Who Were Alive At Scene Post-Crash by State, 2019-2023Map ( PDF) 1.0MB · 1 page
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2025
publication date
Assessing the Effect of Test Target Offset on Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Braking Onset TimingResearch Report ( PDF) 4.1MB · 84 pages
Authors: Andrew C. Snyder, Bryan C. O’Harra, and Garrick J. Forkenbrock
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2025
publication date
Lower Beam Headlighting System Performance On-Vehicle Test Procedure ExaminationResearch Report ( PDF) 2.3MB · 65 pages
Authors: Nick Voyzey et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2025
publication date
Parametric Model for Simulating Occupant Responses During Pre-Crash Vehicle ManeuversResearch Report ( PDF) 10.8MB · 64 pages
Authors: Jingwen Hu et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
September 2025
publication date
Vehicle Automatic Lower Beam Activation System Test Procedure DevelopmentResearch Report ( PDF) 1.0MB · 36 pages
Authors: Nick Voyzey et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2025
publication date
Assessment of Light-Vehicle ADAS Crash Avoidance Technologies in Response to 2-Wheeled Vehicles as Principal Other VehiclesResearch Report ( PDF) 2.8MB · 77 pages
Authors: Marcus C. McDaniel & Blaine D. Ricketts
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
October 2025
publication date
Parametric Study of Pre-Crash Vehicle Maneuvers and Occupant Safety Performance ResponseResearch Report ( PDF) 5.8MB · 83 pages
Authors: Akshay Dahiya, Yunzhu Meng, and Costin D. Untaroiu
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2025
publication date
Pedestrian Test Mannequin Radar Cross-section Repeatability EvaluationResearch Report ( PDF) 3.3MB · 56 pages
Authors: Alexander Rossman et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2025
publication date
Safety Implications of Potential Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Sensor DegradationResearch Report ( PDF) 9.6MB · 248 pages
Authors: Loren Stowe et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
December 2025
publication date
Vehicle Headlamp Aim Angle Test Procedure and Tolerance ResearchResearch Report ( PDF) 5.6MB · 225 pages
Authors: Nick Voyzey et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2026
publication date
Early Detection of Thermal Runaway With Advanced DiagnosticsResearch Report ( PDF) 7.4MB · 67 pages
Authors: Loraine Torres-Castro et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2026
publication date
An Evaluation of Light-Vehicle Automatic Emergency Brake System Responses to 2-Wheeled Road UsersResearch Report ( PDF) 3.4MB · 135 pages
Authors: Garrick Forkenbrock et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
January 2026
publication date
Sex-Based Differences in Odds of Motor Vehicle Crash Injury OutcomesResearch Report ( PDF) 2.5MB · 94 pages
Authors: Matthew J. Craig et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2026
publication date
Evaluation and Comparison of Glazing Performance in Impact TestsResearch Report ( PDF) 5.1MB · 110 pages
Authors: Corinn Rains & Aloke Prasad
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
February 2026
publication date
UNECE Global Technical Regulation No. 13 Fire and Closure TestsResearch Report ( PDF) 2.0MB · 87 pages
Authors: Leonardo Caseres Ph.D. et al.
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
April 2026
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Evaluation of Motorcycle Helmet Test ProceduresResearch Report ( PDF) 7.4MB · 102 pages
Authors: Colleen Bendig & Kedryn Wietholter
Publisher: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration




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