Chicken Road began with a simple question that turned into a revolutionary idea. In 2017, during a transportation safety hackathon at MIT, our founders Dr. Henry Cluckington and Maya Featherstone jokingly proposed solving the age-old riddle "Why did the chicken cross the road?" with modern technology. What started as humor quickly evolved when they realized the serious gap in pedestrian safety solutions across the globe.
The first prototype was developed and tested in partnership with the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute, reducing crossing decision errors by 78% in controlled studies. This early success attracted $12 million in Series A funding, allowing us to expand to 15 countries by 2019.
Today, Chicken Road serves over 10 million users globally and has prevented an estimated 15,000 potential accidents. Our dedicated team continues to push the boundaries of pedestrian safety technology, working with city planners, traffic engineers, and community leaders to create safer streets for everyone.
At Chicken Road, our mission is to revolutionize pedestrian safety through innovative technology that empowers people to navigate urban environments with confidence and security. We believe that crossing the road shouldn't be a question of luck but a matter of informed decision-making supported by real-time data and predictive analytics.
We are committed to reducing pedestrian accidents worldwide by 50% by 2030, working closely with urban planners, local governments, and communities to create smarter, safer cities where people of all ages and abilities can move freely without fear.
Meet the brilliant minds behind the Chicken Road revolution.
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
With a Ph.D. in Urban Mobility from Stanford and 15 years at the National Transportation Safety Board, Dr. Cluckington founded Chicken Road after witnessing too many preventable pedestrian accidents. His pioneering research on pedestrian decision-making formed the foundation of our predictive algorithms.
Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder
Former lead developer at Google Maps, Maya revolutionized our technological approach with her expertise in geospatial mapping and AI integration. Her patented "Chicken Sense" algorithm can detect vehicles through machine learning analysis of ambient sound, even when they're not visible to the user.
Head of Design
With previous experience at Apple and Tesla, Carlos brings a human-centered design approach to Chicken Road. His innovative interface designs have won multiple accessibility awards, making our app intuitive for users of all ages and abilities. Carlos pioneered our distinctive "Neomorphic Safety" design language.
Community Safety Director
With a background in public health and urban planning, Dr. Peck leads our community engagement initiatives. She has established partnerships with 200+ cities worldwide to integrate Chicken Road technology with local infrastructure. Her "Safe Neighborhood" program has reduced pedestrian accidents by 47% in participating communities.
Since our founding, Chicken Road has made significant impacts on pedestrian safety worldwide.
Chicken Road is actively used by pedestrians in 42 countries across 6 continents, with our largest user bases in dense urban areas like Tokyo, New York, and London.
Our predictive algorithms have helped prevent thousands of potential pedestrian accidents, with a documented 63% reduction in near-misses among our active users.
Including the prestigious Transportation Innovation Award, Google Play's Best App for Daily Use, and the UN Global Road Safety Initiative Recognition.
We've integrated our technology with smart infrastructure in cities worldwide, creating the world's largest connected pedestrian safety network.
Hear from people whose lives have been improved by Chicken Road.
As a parent of two young children, Chicken Road gives me incredible peace of mind. The child safety features allow me to monitor my kids' crossings remotely, and the augmented reality guidance has turned road safety into an educational game they actually enjoy. This app has genuinely changed how our family navigates the city.
Boston, MA
As someone with visual impairment, navigating busy intersections used to be a terrifying experience. Chicken Road's audio guidance and haptic feedback have given me back my independence. The app actually understands my surroundings better than I can, alerting me to approaching vehicles I wouldn't otherwise detect. It's life-changing technology.
Chicago, IL
I'm an urban planning director who implemented Chicken Road integration in our city's smart traffic system. The results have been remarkable—pedestrian accidents down 52% in just 18 months. The data we receive helps us identify dangerous intersections and improve infrastructure. This isn't just an app; it's a comprehensive safety solution that saves lives.
Portland, OR
See how our app is making roads safer around the world.
Whether you're looking to partner with us, join our team, or just learn more about how we're making roads safer for everyone, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can create a world where pedestrian safety is never left to chance.
Get in Touch