Volvo report shows 79% reduction in injury risk over five decades

A study by the Volvo Cars Safety Centre reveals that the overall risk of injury for vehicle occupants has decreased by 79% over the last fifty years. The analysis, which compares vehicle safety from the 1970s to models produced between 2010 and 2019, highlights a significant 88% reduction in injury risk for women.

By analyzing data from more than 50,000 real-world accidents involving over 80,000 people since 1970, Volvo has worked to bridge the safety gap between different demographics. The findings indicate that protection levels for men and women are now comparable, addressing historical disparities in automotive safety design related to body type, weight, and height.

Åsa Haglund, head of the Volvo Cars Safety Centre, stated that the company designs vehicles to meet the needs of men, women, and children of varying physical builds, ensuring high levels of protection regardless of a person's position in the car.