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Crash Testing of Electric Vehicles into W-beam Guardrails

Nebraska
Crash testing of electric vehicles (EVs) into W-beam guardrails revealed concerns about the compatibility of EVs with existing barriers due to increased weight from batteries. In the first test, a Tesla Model 3 penetrated under the guardrail, and in the second test, a Rivian R1T ruptured the guardrail and penetrated through the barrier.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln articleLocal news articleUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln video

High Wind Blow-Over Crash and Closure Reduction Study

Wyoming
High wind blow-over crash and closure reduction study implemented targeted warnings and closures, reducing blow-over incidents.
Research ReportLegislative Briefing SlidesESRI Case StudyAASHTO Case Study

Automated Vehicle Pilot Project

Hawaii
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HIDOT) pilots autonomous electric passenger shuttles to augment existing bus service at the Honolulu airport
HIDOT Airport ProjectHIDOT University ProjectAASHTO Journal Article
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