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Does high vehicle weight in a crash mean higher chance of injury or death?
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∙ 9y ago
No, higher vehicle weights do not mean there is a higher chance of injury or death. Actually, it is the opposite. A larger vehicle weight means better protection for the driver and passengers.
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