Electric, hybrid vehicles put vision-impaired pedestrians in the firing line - study

Low vision or blind pedestrians are being put at risk by the growing number of hybrid and electric vehicles on our roads, according to new research from Monash University and Vision Australia. The researchers are calling for Australia to harmonise its vehicle safety standards with Europe, and ensure an 'Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System' is fitted to all hybrid and electric vehicles.

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