Traffic Deaths Are At Record Numbers. What's To Blame?

The video discusses the increasing dangers on roads for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists, highlighting the rise in traffic fatalities. Experts attribute this to factors like speeding, inadequate infrastructure, and road designs prioritizing speed over safety. Vulnerable groups, such as older people and those in lower-income areas, are disproportionately affected. The Biden administration's national roadway safety strategy aims to reduce fatalities by rethinking road designs and improving emergency care.

In what ways can road design influence driver behavior and safety?

What demographic groups have been disproportionately impacted by traffic fatalities?