Agency Priorities in International Activities

Identifying, developing and adopting best practices around the world concerning vehicle safety research programs and regulatory standards and traffic safety policies

To the extent consistent with improving vehicle safety in the U.S., minmize divergence in vehicle safety standards by coordinating research and assessing regulatory alternatives

Coordinating with other countries in generating and gathering data to define problems and develop or refine solutions

Technical assistance to other countries establishing vehicle and traffic safety programs

Promoting public participation by inviting all persons and organizations to be heard and considered