07/29/2026
Great to see this article about a new report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (U.S. GAO):
"Why GAO Did This Study
In 2024, about 9,200 pedestrians and c*clists were killed on U.S. roadways—an increase of about 65 percent since 2010. A range of factors can contribute to increased pedestrian and c*clist fatalities, including larger vehicles, which make up an increasing share of vehicles on U.S. roadways and may limit driver visibility."
About 9,200 pedestrians and c*clists were killed on U.S. roadways in 2024—a 65% increase since 2010. Larger vehicles and reduced driver visibility may be contributing factors. The GAO found that larger vehicles performing certain lower-visibility maneuvers pose greater risks to pedestrians and c*c...