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Communication Product Updates

Below are brief descriptions of products recently published online by the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Office of Research, Development, and Technology.

A Model Endeavor

A public-private partnership is working to improve traffic microsimulation technology.

Older Drivers at a Crossroads

Design and operational intersection treatments that simplify traffic movement and driving decisions can improve safety for motorists, both young and old.

Freighted With Urgency

USDOT looks to public and private stakeholders to collaborate on a national policy that addresses U.S. freight challenges.

CoRe Concerns

Today's transportation asset manager faces many competing priorities and must rely on well-defined, high-quality, reliable data based on standards created for infrastructure such as bridges.