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Death risk to a pedestrian in a car accident is 4.5x more at 40MPH vs 30MPH1 min read

Think about it before you think its OK to text and drive. Those 10seconds are definitely not worth it. Texting can wait.

The average weight of a car in 2022 was 4,094 pounds, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

  • Small cars: Typically weigh around 2,500 pounds 
  • Large cars: Typically weigh around 4,200 pounds 
  • SUVs and trucks: Can range from 3,500 to over 6,000 pounds 
  • Pickup trucks: Heavy duty trucks can weigh over 7,000 pounds, while full-size trucks average around 4,700 pounds 
  • SUV trucks: Average around 4,500 pound

In every case, you have a vehicle weighing in excess of 1 metric ton moving at what appears to be a low speed to most people. Put that phone away when you are driving. Share this post to everyone you know!