A study conducted by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) shows that hybrids are safer than their gas-powered brethren, but they (unfortunately) tend to hit more pedestrians.
According to the affiliate of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the occupants of a hybrid vehicle are 25% less likely to be injured in an accident.
This is due to the fact that hybrids weigh an average of 10% more than heat engine models, namely because of their heavy battery packs. People in smaller, lighter vehicles are typically at a disadvantage in a collision. The standard Honda Accord weighs 480 lb less than the hybrid version, for instance.
On the other hand, a separate HLDI analysis reveals that pedestrians have a 20% greater chance of being involved in an accident resulting in hospitalization and/or medical fees with a hybrid car than a conventional one.
Why? Because they can’t hear them coming in electric mode…
According to the affiliate of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the occupants of a hybrid vehicle are 25% less likely to be injured in an accident.
This is due to the fact that hybrids weigh an average of 10% more than heat engine models, namely because of their heavy battery packs. People in smaller, lighter vehicles are typically at a disadvantage in a collision. The standard Honda Accord weighs 480 lb less than the hybrid version, for instance.
On the other hand, a separate HLDI analysis reveals that pedestrians have a 20% greater chance of being involved in an accident resulting in hospitalization and/or medical fees with a hybrid car than a conventional one.
Why? Because they can’t hear them coming in electric mode…