U.S. "fondness for tall SUVs and pickups" compounds risks to pedestrians
The IIHS says a "small increase in crash speed can really ramp up the danger to a pedestrian," and our penchant for big vehicles "has intensified that effect."
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The IIHS says a "small increase in crash speed can really ramp up the danger to a pedestrian," and our penchant for big vehicles "has intensified that effect."
CBS News analysis shows most federal traffic safety grants go to planning projects, rather than actual construction. Critics say slow progress contributes to rising deaths on America's roads.
Parisians have voted in favor of a major hike in parking fees for SUVs, and even heavier hybrids and EVs.
Pedestrian deaths are climbing at an alarming rate in the U.S., according to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association. Dr. Rebecca Sanders, founder and principal investigator of Safe Streets Research & Consulting, joins CBS News to explore the reasons behind the increase -- and to share some possible solutions.