In 2007, the use of seat belts in motor vehicles saved an estimated 15,147 lives. Seat belts have saved 76,936 lives during the 5-year period from 2003 through 2007. These annual lives-saved counts, have been produced by NHTSA's National Center for Statistics and Analysis since 1975. The counts are estimates which are calculated using the effectiveness of each device or law that is mentioned.
Traffic Safety Facts: Lives Saved in 2007 by Restraint Use and Minimum Drinking Age Laws. Brief Statistical Summary
2008
2 pages
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English
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