Vision Zero – The Quest for Zero Fatalities and Serious Injuries

03/03/22 • 24 min

On today’s episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company, we look at what factors make our streets safe for everyone. Joining Andrew Winston for this conversation is Director of Vision Zero with the District Department of Transportation, Linda Bailey. The Vision Zero initiative aims to reach zero fatalities and serious injuries in Washington, D.C. by 2024 with an all-hands-on-deck approach to transportation safety. Through education, engineering, enforcement, and effective use of data, Vision Zero will create safer streets for vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians. Hear why denser cities often have lower fatalities, what the common risk factors are that lead to dangerous crashes, and what vehicle safety technologies are emerging that could help eliminate fatal collisions. Join us for an incredible look at how cities are making transportation more seamless on today’s episode of City Talks!

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