Research highlights ▶ Chinese drivers’ attitudes regarding seatbelt use were explored in five cities in China. ▶ Data were collected through interviews, driver observations, and an in-person survey. ▶ Questions explored reasons why Chinese drivers use or do not use seatbelts. ▶ Suggestions on what would be the best interventions to increase seatbelt use in China were explored. ▶ Demographics, seatbelt use and car crashes/traffic violations were investigated.
Abstract In the current study, research was conducted in five cities in China to examine seatbelt use and to explore Chinese drivers’ attitudes toward using seatbelts. Multiple data collection methods consisted of 35 initial semi-structured interviews to create questions for an in-person survey and 500 driver observations that included administering the in-person survey. Questions explored were why Chinese drivers use or do not use seatbelts and what they think would be the best interventions to increase the rate of seatbelt use in Chinese drivers. The relationships between various personal characteristics and seatbelt use rates were investigated. Also examined were the relationships between seatbelt use (both objective observation and subjective self-reported use) and self-reported car crashes and traffic violations. This study provides insight into the attitudes of Chinese drivers on seatbelt use and potential interventions.
Attitudes and behavior of Chinese drivers regarding seatbelt use
Accident Analysis and Prevention ; 43 , 3 ; 889-897
2010-11-08
9 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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