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An investigation by the New York Times indicates that the rise of larger vehicles, including SUVs and pickup trucks, is linked to a significant increase in pedestrian deaths in the U.S. Since 2009, pedestrian fatalities have surged by about 75%, with estimates suggesting that 200 to 400 deaths per year could be prevented if vehicle sizes had remained consistent over the past 25 years.
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An investigation by the New York Times indicates that the rise of larger vehicles, including SUVs and pickup trucks, is linked to a significant increase in pedestrian deaths in the U.S. Since 2009, pedestrian fatalities have surged by about 75%, with estimates suggesting that 200 to 400 deaths per year could be prevented if vehicle sizes had remained consistent over the past 25 years.
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Increase in Pedestrian Deaths Linked to Larger Vehicles