Opportunity
Federal Register #NHTSA-2025-0787
NHTSA Requests Public Comment on ISA System User Acceptance Research
Buyer
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Posted
June 25, 2026
Respond By
August 24, 2026
Identifier
NHTSA-2025-0787
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection related to Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) systems research. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) - Purpose: - Request for public input on a new information collection to support research on ISA user acceptance and effectiveness - Research will use driving simulators and/or closed track methods to assess driver behavior and attitudes toward ISA systems - Research Methodology: - Includes eligibility screening, informed consent, wellness questionnaires, and driving behavior assessments - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services; this is a request for public comment on a proposed information collection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on understanding how ISA system characteristics influence driver behavior and acceptance - Supports NHTSA's mission to improve road safety - No contract or purchase is being made at this stage; this is not a solicitation for goods or services
Description
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) intends to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection to evaluate drivers' acceptance and use of intelligent speed assistance (ISA) systems. The research involves multiple studies using driving simulators and closed track methods to assess the impact of ISA system characteristics on speeding behavior and driver attitudes. The study includes eligibility screening, informed consent, wellness questionnaires, and driving behavior assessments. The information collected will support NHTSA's mission to improve road safety by understanding the effectiveness and acceptance of ISA technology.