GM and INRIX Join Forces on SaaS-Based Road Safety Solution to Help Transportation Planners Achieve Vision Zero Goals for their Communities

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General Motors (NYSE: GM) and INRIX have partnered to develop Safety View, a cloud-based analytics application aimed at enhancing road safety in the U.S. This tool aggregates connected vehicle and demographic data, helping transportation agencies prioritize roadway safety projects. With road fatalities rising, the collaboration supports the Vision Zero initiative, which aims for zero traffic-related deaths. Safety View offers insights to identify hazardous areas, evaluate safety plans, and streamline funding applications. The partnership aligns with the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which allocates $5 billion for road safety initiatives.

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• Collaboration with INRIX enhances GM's ability to provide innovative safety solutions.
• Safety View aggregates essential data for evaluating and improving road safety projects.
• Aligns with the Vision Zero initiative, aiming for zero traffic deaths.
• Supports federal funding from the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which could enhance safety investments.

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Safety View by GM Future Roads & INRIX is a cloud-based analytics application leveraging connected vehicle, public safety and demographic data designed for Vision Zero plans and U.S. Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All program

DETROIT and KIRKLAND, Wash. , May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, General Motors (NYSE: GM) and INRIX Inc., a world leader in mobility analytics and connected car services, announced a collaboration to develop safety solutions to help transportation and planning agencies achieve road safety goals. Available first in the U.S., Safety View by GM Future Roads & INRIX is a cloud-based application that provides transportation officials with critical insights using crash, vehicle and vulnerable road user (VRU) information, in addition to data from the U.S. Census to help prioritize and measure the effectiveness of roadway safety projects and their impact on communities.

"General Motors has outlined a vision for a world with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion, and each day we take a critical step forward in turning that vision into reality," said Alan Wexler, GM senior vice president, Strategy and Innovation. "Last year, we previewed GM Future Roads, the technology platform born from our innovation team, which uses data analytics to create insights to help support safe roadways and communities. Our work with INRIX is the first product of the GM Future Roads platform as we work to proactively create digital safety solutions. By offering a cutting-edge mobility analytics product, we're helping public agencies make informed safety decisions for their communities."

Initial estimates show that approximately 31,720 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in the first nine months of 2021, up more than 12% compared to the same period in 2020. The data also shows this disconcerting trend has disproportionally impacted pedestrians and bicyclists, which accounted for about 18% of all traffic fatalities, according to the Federal Highway Administration. Another 123,000 VRUs were injured in roadway crashes. These statistics speak to the critical need for collaborative efforts that can help generate solutions that support the safety of our roads now.

"With fatalities and injuries continuing to rise at an alarming rate in the U.S., we must change how we approach road safety, and both design and deliver new tools to combat this increase," said Bryan Mistele, cofounder and CEO of INRIX. "This collaboration extends INRIX IQ — our SaaS-based platform for cities and road authorities — by providing access to powerful insights about roadways to improve safety for all road users."

To better understand and address the performance of the road network, transportation professionals can tap into key benefits of Safety View, including:

• A­­­ccess to critical safety and demographic datasets in one cloud-based application
• Identify hazardous roadway segments through valuable insights about elements that elevate risk and prioritize those that need the most attention
• Evaluate the impact of a Vision Zero action plan with access to near real-time insights through easy-to-use visual analysis tools
• Accelerate the funding application process by providing the required datasets and analytics tools needed in one place

The recent passage of the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes about $5 billion in discretionary funds as part of the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program. This funding aims to counter the growing number of traffic incidents, including developing and executing road safety plans aimed at the goal of zero traffic-related fatalities. GM Future Roads and INRIX provide a tool to help make data-driven decisions, maximize safety benefits of infrastructure spend and provide valuable insights to help support safe roadways and communities.

Among the global leaders in automotive and mobility analytics industries, GM Future Roads and INRIX are well-positioned to help public agencies address growing road fatalities and achieve Vision Zero goals. With nearly 15 million connected cars on U.S. and Canadian roads, General Motors believes joining forces with INRIX to make aggregated vehicle insights available to public agencies is a major step to help increase the safety of U.S. roads. INRIX brings a deep understanding of the public sector and has a proven ability to create advanced solutions for generating insights from vehicle and device data to make mobility smarter and safer. This new collaboration between General Motors and INRIX marks an important advancement in the mission to help local and tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations and other road authorities achieve their safety goals through connected vehicle data innovation.

To learn more about Safety View and how it can help make roadway networks safer, visit the product page and join INRIX and GM Future Roads "Safer Roads Start with Better Data" on May 17. More insights on GM Future Roads are available at futureroads.gm.com.

About INRIX
Founded in 2004, INRIX pioneered intelligent mobility solutions by transforming big data from connected devices and vehicles into mobility insights. This revolutionary approach enabled INRIX to become one of the leading providers of data and analytics into how people move. By empowering cities, businesses and people with valuable insights, INRIX is helping to make the world smarter, safer, and greener. With partners and solutions spanning across the entire mobility ecosystem, INRIX is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology and transportation – whether it's keeping road users safe, improving traffic signal timing to reduce delay and greenhouse gasses, optimizing last mile delivery, or helping uncover market insights. Learn more at INRIX.com.  

About General Motors
General Motors (NYSE:GM) is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all. At the heart of this strategy is the Ultium battery platform, which powers everything from mass-market to high-performance vehicles. General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Baojun and Wuling brands. More information on the company and its subsidiaries, including OnStar, a global leader in vehicle safety and security services, can be found at https://www.gm.com. 

 

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FAQ

What is Safety View by GM Future Roads & INRIX?

Safety View is a cloud-based analytics application developed by General Motors and INRIX that aggregates data to help transportation agencies improve road safety.

What are the goals of the collaboration between GM and INRIX?

The collaboration aims to support the Vision Zero initiative by providing insights that help transportation agencies prioritize and measure roadway safety projects.

How does Safety View help in road safety?

Safety View provides critical insights on hazardous roadway segments, helping agencies make informed decisions to enhance safety.

What funding supports the initiatives of GM and INRIX?

Their initiatives are supported by the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which includes $5 billion for road safety projects.

Why is road safety a priority for GM?

Road safety is a priority for GM as fatalities from motor vehicle crashes have been increasing, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.