Comparisons of car crashes in three countries.

A comparative analysis of detailed road crash data from four different environments is presented. Three of the studies were on-scene investigations of crashes. The fourth set of data was taken from rural crashes. where necessary the data were reanalyzed so that the variables being discussed were compatible. Comparisons are drawn between speeds at impact, areas of impact, vehicle damage severity, seated position, injury severity, anatomical injury distribution, and causes of injury for the four sets of data. (See also A 5508).