The Grille Trend that Kills 509 People per Year
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FortNine looks at the data on why newer pickup trucks with tall, blunt grilles kill so many pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists. It argues that lowering hood height would substantially cut fatalities.
Why HN recommends it: HN people cite it in threads on vehicle size and safety as a clear explanation tying grille height to deaths.
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