The Relationship Between Vehicle Speeds and Pedestrian Fatalities

This infographic presents data on the rise of pedestrian fatalities in the US, highlighting a 40-year high in 2022. It emphasizes the dangers posed by higher vehicle speeds and increasing vehicle sizes. A significant factor in pedestrian fatalities is high vehicle speeds, which dramatically increase the likelihood of fatal injuries. Heavier and larger vehicles, such as SUVs, high-horsepower vehicles, and trucks, are particularly dangerous, with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety noting an 81% increase in fatal pedestrian crashes involving SUVs. The graphic encourages accident victims to contact a personal injury attorney.

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