Abstract
A total of 9,066 fatalities (24-hour basis) occurred in road traffic accidents in Japan in 2000, the first increase recorded in five years, and action to reduce this total is described, including a target for a reduction of 1500 fatalities (30-day basis) per year. Plans include analysis of causes of accidents, improved vehicle safety regulations, introduction of advanced safety vehicle (ASV) and other intelligent transport systems, NCAP vehicle impact testing, and international harmonisation of vehicle regulations.