ABOUT THE EVENT
Technology is changing the future of road safety
Distracted driving remains one of the leading causes of preventable crashes, injuries, and fatalities—but technology is changing what’s possible.
Join the National Distracted Driving Coalition for a first-of-its-kind event exploring how artificial intelligence, vehicle technology, connected infrastructure, and emerging innovations are helping prevent distraction before it leads to tragedy. From groundbreaking research to real-world applications, you’ll experience the technologies that are redefining transportation safety.
Hosted at the IIHS Vehicle Research Center, this exclusive event brings together researchers, technology innovators, automakers, safety advocates, policymakers, and transportation professionals for a day of live demonstrations, expert discussions, and collaborative conversations focused on one shared goal: eliminating distracted driving and saving lives.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE
Thursday,
October 15, 2026
LOCATION
IIHS-HLDI Vehicle
Research Center
Ruckersville, Virginia
LIVESTREAM
Open to everyone – please see agenda
for livestreamed sessions
IN-PERSON
Invitation
only
WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE
LIVE CRASH TEST & EXPERT DEBRIEF
See how crashes happen and learn how technology can help prevent them.
DRIVER ATTENTION & INTERIOR SENSING
Learn how artificial intelligence can detect distraction and support safer driving.
PHONE & VOICE ASSISTANT TECHNOLOGIES
Discover tools that reduce temptation and help drivers keep their eyes on the road.
AI-POWERED ENFORCEMENT
See how technology is improving the detection of risky driving behavior.
CONNECTED ROAD HAZARD ALERTS
Explore real-time warnings that help drivers anticipate hazards ahead.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Transportation Officials
Law Enforcement
Automotive Manufacturers
Highway Safety Offices
Technology Companies
Fleet Safety Leaders
Government Agencies
Insurance Industry
Researchers
Media
Public Safety Organizations
Traffic Safety Advocates
BECOME AN EVENT SPONSOR
Support the conversation shaping the future of transportation safety and AI innovation.
Technology Transforming Transportation brings together leaders from government, industry, research, public safety, and technology to explore the innovations redefining roadway safety. Sponsorship provides your organization with an opportunity to demonstrate its commitment to advancing safer transportation while gaining meaningful recognition among an engaged audience of national stakeholders.
We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities and recognition levels designed to align with your organization’s goals. If you’re interested in supporting this event or learning more about available sponsorship benefits, we’d love to connect and discuss how we can partner together.
BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT
Join transportation leaders from across the country as we explore how technology is helping eliminate distracted driving.
Register for the livestream to experience cutting-edge innovations, hear from industry experts, and discover how collaboration is shaping the future of safer roads.
Livestream is open to everyone.
In-person attendance is by invitation only.