In this whitepaper, we present our research within the context of the ongoing global effort to improve road safety into the next decade and beyond. We begin by examining how many lives could be saved using both basic and advanced safety systems in vehicles. The specific challenges and priorities differ from country to country. For instance, in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), we focus on basic safety features like seatbelts, airbags, and helmets, which can significantly save lives. In high-income countries (HICs), where road crash fatalities have significantly decreased over the years, our concern shifts to the long-term effects of crashes and ensuring equal protection for everyone in a crash.
Protecting Vulnerable Road Users
Vulnerable road users constitute the largest group of fatalities in LMICs. The existing technologies such as external airbags on vehicles and motorcycle helmets hold significant potential to enhance safety. In this whitepaper, we present the estimated life-saving potential of these technologies.
