1. United States
2. N.M.
3. Letter

The continued rise in pedestrian and cyclist fatalities involving motor vehicles is a serious public safety concern that demands action, as highlighted in an Economist article titled "What to do about America's killer cars." This is in support of HR 9408, which aims to prioritize policies that enhance visibility, revise vehicle designs to reduce injuries, and incentivize smarter engineering choices. The Economist notes how "larger vehicles make pedestrians twice as likely to die in a collision" and calls for safety regulations addressing blind spots and vehicle weight. Pedestrians and cyclists have an equal right to safe mobility, and vehicle manufacturers bear a responsibility to prevent needless loss of life on our streets and roads. Comprehensive vehicle safety standards focusing on vulnerable road user protection can drive positive change and should be swiftly implemented.