02-20-2008, 07:05 AM
We (Californians) have the cell phone law passed and signed, going into effect on July 1, 2008. I just wonder whether and how much it will be enforced. I've heard much on Punaweb indicating it's difficult to get enforcement of existing laws.
And, back to my original point, is there in fact a statistical increase in injuries or fatalities in the blind population due to hybrid/EV vehicles, or is this just a perceived, possible threat that has yet to materialize? How many blind pedestrians have actually been struck by a hybrid or EV auto?
Just my opinion, but I think we should reward those who choose hybrid/EV, instead of penalizing them financially with an additional safety feature that may or may not be needed. Incentivize, don't penalize, new (greener, better) technologies, and the market will follow.
Aloha! ;-)
And, back to my original point, is there in fact a statistical increase in injuries or fatalities in the blind population due to hybrid/EV vehicles, or is this just a perceived, possible threat that has yet to materialize? How many blind pedestrians have actually been struck by a hybrid or EV auto?
Just my opinion, but I think we should reward those who choose hybrid/EV, instead of penalizing them financially with an additional safety feature that may or may not be needed. Incentivize, don't penalize, new (greener, better) technologies, and the market will follow.
Aloha! ;-)
Aloha! ;-)