The potential of crash avoidance systems to reduce pedestrian deaths has been highlighted by Global NCAP at the United Nations in New York. Speaking to the UN Road safety Collaboration, Global NCAP’s Secretary General, David Ward said that emergency braking systems combined with softer car fronts can reverse the rise in pedestrian fatalities. “New automatic braking systems can cut 15 kph before an impact and if the car also has a more forgiving bonnet and bumper design the risk of fatal injury can be significantly reduced. That is why pedestrian safety technologies for crashworthiness and avoidance must become a priority in the UN Decade of Action” he said.

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