Road crashes are the Regions most serious transport problem. Crashes cost more than 2% of Regional GDP.The overall aim of RADAR is to save lifes cost-effectively throughout the Region and bring benefits for targeted road user groups.RADAR will be the largest trans-national assessment undertaken to identify key risk factors. It will identify practical, affordable actions towards the »common road safety area« proposed by the EC so it can become uniformly safe to travel in the region.The purpose of the START project is to prepare the project concept, to define the budget, to prepare and submit an application for funding of the overall RADAR project. Expected Results: The START project will establish a compelling project proposal for the application of the RADAR project for the Danube Program.It will enable several potential partners to contribute to the planning of RADAR and enable them to enlist the support of partner governments and any other relevant stakeholders