YD Labs | Driving Research & Resources

Welcome to YD Labs - Young Drivers of Canada's think tank for new technologies and approached to driver safety, along with data science to support safety initiatives. Ensuring safety, especially for young drivers, is a critical aspect of modern transportation. Combining technology, data science, and innovative approaches can significantly reduce collisions and fatalities.

RESEARCH


Dec 2024 - YD Labs: SalesForce AgentForce for Young DriversĀ 

Oct 2024 - YD Labs: Drive Safe! - Fatal Motor Vehicle Crashes Higher on U.S. Presidential Election Days than New Years and Super Bowl Sunday

Sept 2023 - YD Labs: Average Driving Student Age, 2023 Report

RESOURCES


Driving and the Environment

Considerations related to driving ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Canada, the effect on the environment, and what we can do about it.

Source: "UNIT 1: Driving and the Environment." Fuels Sector, Natural Resources Canada, 2023. Reproduced with the permission of the Department of Natural Resources, 2023.

Choosing Your Vehicle

What to look for in choosing a vehicle, considering emissions, fuel economy and driving characteristics.

Source: "UNIT 2: The Vehicle for You." Fuels Sector, Natural Resources Canada, 2023. Reproduced with the permission of the Department of Natural Resources, 2023

Driving and Your Wallet

Efficient driving strategies to maximize your driving economy and your vehicle's lifespan.

Source: "UNIT 4: Behind the Wheel." Fuels Sector, Natural Resources Canada, 2023. Reproduced with the permission of the Department of Natural Resources, 2023.

Making Winter More Bearable

How to protect yourself and your vehicles from the demands of winter.

Source: "UNIT 5: Winter Driving." Fuels Sector, Natural Resources Canada, 2023. Reproduced with the permission of the Department of Natural Resources, 2023.