SUV Rollover Accidents

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Joseph_Devine]Joseph Devine

Sport-utility vehicles or SUV's are popular among American drivers for their sleek designs, powerful towing capability, and ability to carry passengers comfortably. Despite these beneficial features, SUV's are prone to tipping and rolling-over during accidents on the roadways. A majority of injuries involving SUV's have been shown to occur during rollover following a crash.

The high instances of SUV rollover can be attributed to many factors, including:

• Most SUV's feature a narrow track-width combined with a high center of gravity. The frames of most SUV's are narrow (like cars) but are typically placed higher from the ground. It is recommended that automakers attempt to lower SUV chassis closer to the ground, but most designs feature a high center of gravity, increasing the chances of rollover.

• Many people believe that the more weight in a vehicle, the more stable it will be. Unfortunately, more weight in SUV's often increases the risk of rollover. The increased passenger space in most SUV's allows for more weight to be added to the vehicle, and increased weight on a high-center of gravity vehicle, means a higher likelihood of rolling-over.

• SUV's were originally designed as off-road vehicles, and were initially designed with additional safety features to prevent injuries in the event of roll-overs. Roll-bars were often installed to help prevent the frame from crushing if the vehicle tipped or rolled. Commercial SUV's often do not feature roll-bars and the lack of such safety features often make the vehicles dangerous to occupants inside.

Popular models of SUV's include the Ford Explorer, Nissan X-Terra, Toyota 4 Runner, and the Honda Passport. Unfortunately, these models have also shown to be particularly susceptible to roll-over accidents resulting in injury or death. People who choose to drive an SUV should be aware of the rollover dangers in the event of an accident and should exercise caution while driving. It is recommended that drivers be aware of the wider turn-radius needed while driving an SUV, and should always be careful while braking or stopping suddenly.

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