This report describes the results of an investigation into the application possibilities of telematics systems within the `sustainably safe' concept. The telematics systems were classified according to phase: the pre-phase (before commencing the drive), the traffic phase (during the drive), and the accident phase. The expected `qualitative' effect (positive, neutral, or negative) of the telematics application on road safety was indicated for each of these systems. Next, the systems were rated based on answers to the following questions: (a) What is the magnitude of the road safety problem?; (b) To what extend does the system intervene into behaviour?; (c) To what extend does the system fit into the total concept of promoting road safety?; and (d) how soon can the system be implemented? The secondary road network has received high priority in this regard due to its relatively great safety problem. Following this investigation, the systems receiving priority were: (1) The ones to be used in the traffic phase which would: (i) provide control on a major road; (ii) monitor traffic; and (iii) provide an intelligent speed adapter (ISA); and (2) The ones to be used in the accident phase which would: (i) summon emergency services; and (ii) provide a data recorder. (A) For the second part see C 11061 (IRRD 491576).
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