Some cars have red turn signal lamps, while others have an amber hue. Big deal, right? The National Highway Traffic Safety Association thinks it is, after finding that amber lights are 5.3% more effective at preventing crashes than the red blinkers. NHTSA came to that conclusion after comparing crash data of vehicles that switched from one color to another. Europe already mandates the amber turn signal, and NHTSA says that data from other agencies supports their findings. As it is, American cars sold in Europe already receive legal turn signal units – even if they aren't sold that way in America (see Chevrolet's C6 Corvette as an example).
NHTSA is now asking the public whether it should mandate amber turn signals for all vehicles sold in the States. Unfortunately for automakers, amber turn signals aren't exactly high fashion here in the U.S., as the vast majority of the signals are of the red blinking variety, likely because of cost considerations. While it's true that the auto industry is probably suffering from a case of far too many regulations, anything that can improve safety by up to 5.3% without costing an arm and a leg is probably worth considering. If NHTSA gives automakers a reasonable amount of time to implement the changes, automakers may be able to fit the change into the next design cycle.
the dipshits that are hitting peoples vehicles with red turn signals will still be hitting people with yellow ones.
even worse, its not like a different color lense is gonna make people use them in the first place.
i hate that most safety systems are in place because of lazy ass people.
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Seriously, I don't know much about other state's laws, but I'm shocked at the number of people in California that don't know it's the law that you use your turn signals. Then again, there are a lot of idiots in Socal.
Seriously, I don't know much about other state's laws, but I'm shocked at the number of people in California that don't know it's the law that you use your turn signals. Then again, there are a lot of idiots in Socal.
more like every where. from here all the way to NY its all the same retarded drivers...
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One of the most realistic parts of this video is that it shows two guys riding together in the Subaru, they are in love, I think it is a touching and realistic portrayal of Subaru owners and I applaud them for it.
even worse, its not like a different color lense is gonna make people use them in the first place.
This.
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Yes, let's put another law in place to protect the stupid instead of educating them.
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It's just easier to differentiate between blown-bulbs and a turn signal.. I'd rather not have to worry about some dumbass just tapping their brake, thinking that they're turning, etc.. a little clarification for those who actually USE the signals.
Amber makes it obvious that you're turning, and not just forgetting to replace the bulb that stops people from hitting you when you hit the brakes (ie brake-light bulbs i see out EVERYWHERE)
I believe the 5.3% difference are people who text while driving. They claim they can see the amber better then the red without actually looking at the road.
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I think Amber signals looks way better on all accounts.
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I am starting to freak out about how many people on this board are grammatically challenged. Write some half decent sentences so people don't need to spend more time finding out what you're saying.
I believe the 5.3% difference are people who text while driving. They claim they can see the amber better then the red without actually looking at the road.
I don't even answer my phone while I'm driving.. are you kidding?
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