Westat combines strong statistical skills and national survey data collection capabilities with the experience of nationally recognized transportation and human factors researchers. We have applied these resources to research on traffic safety, vehicle design, travel characteristics, alcohol-impaired motorists, transit needs analysis, and intelligent transportation systems.
Westat uses a wide variety of methodologies to develop, implement, and analyze regionally and nationally representative travel studies. We have researched and developed advanced CATI, geocoding, and other geospacial analysis and field methods for national and regional travel surveys that target a range of groups, from general regional travelers to the elderly and persons with disabilities.... more about Travel Studies
Westat's human factors research uses laboratory simulation, instrumented vehicles, and roadway instrumentation to measure driver behavior and performance for a wide range of driving situations and vehicle characteristics.... more about Human Factors
To help reduce the causes and consequences of traffic crashes, Westat has conducted numerous studies concerning drinking and driving, seat belt use, speeding, and aggressive driving.... more about Transportation Safety
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