Why Cars Are Safer for Drivers but More Dangerous for Pedestrians

Modern vehicle cabins have never been safer or more comfortable for drivers, but the added weight of batteries and SUVs—combined with high, blunt front grilles—has created a quiet paradox. As vehicle occupant deaths fall, pedestrian casualty reductions have stalled. An in-depth look at how the fortress effect inside our cars has increased the risks for children and teenagers on foot.