Originally Posted by
Maelochs
I am not sure that the size, the model designation, or the engine power are in any way related to the causes of the increase in pedestrian deaths.
In fact, when someone driving a LARGE HEAVY vehicle hits a pedestrian, they are FAR more likely to severely injure or kill that pedestrian compared to the same person driving a SMALLER LIGHTER vehicle. For the several reasons pointed out in the article.
Originally Posted by
Maelochs
Also … is speed really a contributor?
In fact, when someone driving a vehicle at a higher speed hits a pedestrian, they are FAR more likely to severely injure or kill that pedestrian compared to the same person driving that vehicle at a slower speed.
Originally Posted by
Maelochs
The main issue seems to be that pedestrians are getting onto the road surface without sufficient awareness.
Wow. Where did that come from other than out of thin air?
-mr. bill