Re:Volvo introduces airbags for pedestrians
by Gravityloss on Tuesday February 19, 2013 @10:40AM
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But any normal person wouldn't want to hurt others if it's easily avoidable?
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Re:Volvo introduces airbags for pedestrians
by nagrom on Tuesday February 19, 2013 @10:44AM
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Sure, but people are only limitedly altruistic (see the tragedy of the commons). If this system was free, then it should undoubtedly receive a huge uptake. But it's not free! So is there a way to encourage uptake without compulsion? Reduced insurance premiums could be one way. Are there others? Reduced car tax on vehicles with pedestrian-safety features installed?