Can a driving simulator spot stoned drivers? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06255054

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study looked at how cannabis affects driving by using a driving simulator. Researchers compared the driving performance of 207 adults who use cannabis daily, occasionally, or not at all. The goal was to better understand different levels of impairment and improve road safety.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could help develop better ways to detect cannabis-impaired driving and improve road safety.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly lead to a new therapy. Results may not apply to all drivers or real-world conditions.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for CANNABIS USE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Driving Study Lab

    Denver, Colorado, 80220, United States