America's Road Safety Crisis: Why are US Road Deaths So High?

Over 40,000 people die on US roads annually, a shockingly high rate among developed nations. This isn't inevitable; it's a policy choice. The article highlights how the US lags behind countries like the Netherlands and Sweden in road safety improvements due to a lack of a nationwide systemic safety approach. These countries employ the 'Safe System' approach, prioritizing human-centered design, lower speeds, and reducing human-vehicle conflict. The article calls for the US to learn from international experiences and tackle its road safety crisis through a national strategy, design reforms, and a cultural shift.