Pedestrian Accident Statistics – How to Stay Safe

A pedestrian is 1.5 times more likely to be killed in a car accident than a passenger in a vehicle. Each year in the United States, thousands of pedestrians are killed or injured in traffic accidents. In 2010, more than 4,000 Americans were killed and 70,000 injured due to pedestrian related car accidents. A pedestrian …

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Updated: September 23, 2020

Rearview Video Systems Added to List of Recommended Safety Technologies

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This addition was made to improve rear-view visibility and help prevent backover accidents. On Tuesday, September 24, 2013 it was announced that rearview video systems would be added to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s list of recommended features under it’s New Car Assessment Program. Regarding this addition to the list of Recommended Advanced Technology …

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Updated: April 5, 2025

Teen Hit by Pickup Truck While Crossing the Street

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A student was seriously injured while crossing the street at Sunset Avenue, also known as Highway 412. The Springdale teen was hospitalized for the fractured skull and the broken knee he suffered as the result of the accident. According to Springdale Police Lt. Derek Hudson, the teen was hit by a pickup truck as he …

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Updated: November 12, 2024