UNLV Traffic Safety Research

10/05/2026

Historical data show pedestrian fatalities peak in October as daylight hours drop. 📈🚶‍♂️

Speed, distracted driving and low visibility are a dangerous mix:

🚗 Slow down.
🚗 Stay alert at crosswalks.

🚶‍➡️ Follow the rules of the road.
🚶‍➡️ Use a crosswalk when it's available.

10/05/2026

Watch for wildlife! Even in Carson City at our NDOT office.

Weather is changing and animals are migrating in the Silver State. Drivers, stay alert for wildlife and livestock:
- Limit distractions while driving
- Reduce your speed when wildlife may be present
- Remember herd animals travel in groups
- Use your vehicle’s high beams at night, early morning hours or in other dark lighting conditions to view the roadway ahead

10/05/2026

✨🚲 Registration is NOW OPEN for the Boulder City Glow Ride!

Join us at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Pond in Veterans Memorial Park for a fun, family-friendly evening ride under the lights.

📍1650 Buchanan Blvd, Boulder City, NV
🚲 Decorate your bike and glow with us
🌟 Free to attend
👪 Family-friendly fun

Register today! www.rtcsnv.com/biketoberfest

10/05/2026

It's National Child Health Day! 🧒❤️

Help protect your little ones on every ride by making sure their car seat isn't affected by a safety recall.

Take a few minutes to check today:
🟡 NHTSA.gov/Recalls
🟡 Download the SaferCar app

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

The moment you step out of your vehicle, you become a pedestrian. 🚶‍➡️

For October's National Pedestrian Safety Month, we're reminding everyone that safety is a 2-way street:

👁️ Drivers: Scan crosswalks and stay focused — put the phone away.
👟 Pedestrians: Stay visible, use crosswalks and look both ways before stepping off the curb.

10/05/2026

09/24/2026

📺 In the news!

E-bikes and e-scooters are everywhere right now—and we’re on a mission to keep those rides smooth and safe! 🚲⚡

Our team’s latest research was recently featured on local news. We’re diving deep into statewide traffic data to build a clearer picture of how e-micromobility is impacting road safety across Nevada. 📊🛣️

🔗 Read the full story:

This year, UNLV researchers will focus on the rising number of injuries involving e-bikes and e-scooters

06/25/2026

Trip planned ✔️
Bags packed ✔️
Oil change complete ✔️

More summer driving tips here: https://t.co/ZqZcRwgPdJ