July 1, 2025
Advancing Vision Zero: Waymo’s Research on Speed and Seatbelt Safety Impact
At Waymo, our goal is to make streets safer for everyone – and our strong safety record reflects that commitment. From 360-degree perception to advanced collision avoidance, many factors contribute to how we help reduce crashes on public roads. But some of the most impactful safety measures are also the simplest – such as consistently obeying speed limits, ensuring seatbelt use, and driving the safest vehicles. Today, we’re sharing two new research papers that demonstrate how these fundamental practices can help move us closer to the Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries.
