Violence disguised as accidents
Some Basic Facts:
In the United States in 2005, 43,443 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes; that is the equivalent of a September 11 event EVERY MONTH
Speeding is a contributing factor in over 30% of fatal crashes
Drunk drivers killed 13,470 people in the U.S. in 2006
In Florida in 2006, 3,365 people died in motor vehicle crashes; 215,000 were injured
Motor vehicle crashes cost us $7,300 EVERY SECOND in insurance, medical costs, lost productivity, and other related expenses
As of 2000, motor vehicle crashes are the 8th leading cause of death in the U.S.
Motor vehicle crashes are the LEADING cause of death for Americans aged 15-20
There are over 4,500 motorcycle highway fatalities every year in the U.S.; 42% of motorcyclists do NOT wear helmets
"These risks are real and thus will eventually catch up with you if you continue to drive in this manner."
Peter Kissinger, AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
The photo shows what was left of my Toyota Tercel after a reckless driver hit me on I-580 in California on August 6, 2000. If YOU driver recklessly you are committing an act of violence.
A Few of the Victims:
