According to the national Safety Council, each year in the U.S. almost 40,000 lives are lost in vehicle-related fatalities and 4.5 million drivers and pedestrians are injured. Motor-vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of death for people age four to 12 and 14 to 22, and a leading killer in all age groups.
At the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), researchers are dedicated to saving lives.
A global leader in transformative transportation research, institute faculty and students tirelessly work to ensure roads are safer, cars are smarter, and advances in transportation reach those who will benefit most.
You Can Help VTTI Save Lives
Through the generous support of friends and donors, the institute can help drivers and pedestrians to be safer, automobiles more sustainable, and provide equitable solutions for all.
Donations can advance transportation in the following areas:
Safety First - Safety research protects new teenage driers and drivers of any age. According to research, teen drivers initiated more than 75% of incidents involving heavy trucks that were — in part — due to lack of driver education. VTTI researchers have developed teen-specific driver education programs that will help teen drivers learn how to share the road with other vehicles. Help put an end to transportation-related injuries and fatalities by support faculty and student research that aid in developing programs and safety standards for drivers of all ages.
Drive Smart Sustainability - According to the EPA, greenhouse gas emissions from transportation have increased over the last 30 years and account for about 29% of total U.S. emissions, making it the single largest contributor. By investing in VTTI, studies designed to make cars and trucks smarter, more energy efficient, and more connected, supporting a greener planet for all.
Advance Equity in Transportation - Transportation contributes to broad societal outcomes, such as economic opportunities and quality of life. However, there are disparities and inequities in transportation access that create barriers to reach destinations. Help researchers close that gap by advancing research, technologies, and policies that ensure equitable representation in transportation studies and that the benefits of technology are available to everyone.
Be a driving force to support life-saving research, today.
| Rank | State | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VA | 70 |
| 2 | NC | 4 |
| 3 | MD | 3 |
