Jerusalem, 3 November, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israel’s National Road Safety Authority (RSA) convened its annual research conference during National Road Safety Week 2026, gathering researchers, urban planners, and policy experts to unveil data-driven solutions for traffic safety.
Opened by RSA CEO Gili Cohen, the summit highlighted cutting-edge initiatives addressing urban traffic calming, predictive accident modeling, speed camera placement criteria, support frameworks for novice drivers, and the psychological impacts of ongoing war on national driving behavior.
To foster long-term academic innovation, the RSA announced targeted research grants for scholars specializing in transportation safety and smart city integration.
Officials emphasized that translating empirical research into actionable policy and urban design remains critical to reducing traffic casualties, modernizing enforcement, and saving lives across Israel’s road network.
