Current passenger car usage patterns and factors influencing usage are analyzed and projections of usage patterns in the mid-1980's are made. Similarly, current available data on six categories of vehicle accidents are analyzed and projections made of national accident patterns in the mid-80's; the effect of potential reductions in these projections as a result of safety programs and other factors related to driving safety are estimated. Based on the usage and accident projections, the characteristics of an RSV (weighing under 3,000 lbs C.W.) for operation in the mid-1980 traffic environment are described.
U.S. Research Safety Vehicle (RSV). Phase I Program. Volume II. Program Definition Foundation
1975
432 pages
Report
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English
Transportation Safety , Motor vehicle accidents , Automobiles , Traffic safety , Motor vehicle operators , Statistical data , Forecasting , Planning , Classifications , Collision research , Social effect , Benefit cost analysis , Design criteria , Evaluation , Research safety vehicles , DOT/4DZ/DB , DOT/5A