Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among Americans 1-34 years old. Fatal crashes occur more often during some times of the day, week, and year than at other times. They involve some age groups more than others. They involve males more often than females. This edition of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Facts highlights such comparisons and describes the problem of motor vehicle crash deaths. The information is based largely on analysis of data from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Fatal Accident Reporting System. Included in this packet are Facts Sheets covering the following: General Facts; Alcohol; Bicycles; Children; Elderly; Motorcycles; Occupants; Pedestrians; Roadside Hazards; Teenagers; Tractor-Trailers; and Vehicle Size. (Author/publisher)
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