For years, researchers from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) have been actively involved in studying the dangers of fatigue within the commercial motor vehicle industry.

Recently released results from a new Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) naturalistic driving study continue to show that distracted driving is a tangible threat.

Thomas Dingus (left), director of the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, was honored May 8 as a White House Champion of Change. The awards acknowledged those providing Transportation Technology Solutions for the 21st Century. Dr. Dingus is pictured with Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood (right).