Deaths, Injuries Linked to ATVs on the Rise
National News • January 30, 2005
More people than ever are being killed and injured on all-terrain vehicles as the number of riders increases, according to government statistics.
New estimates from the Consumer Product Safety ...
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Subject: RE: Deaths, Injuries Linked to ATVs on the Rise
Posted On: March 23, 2005, 12:09 am CST
Posted By: Bruce
Comment:
Why is it that the ATV industry is so against ROPS on these vehicles when it is clear that roll-over protection would save lives! All the new "side-by-side" vehicles have full roll cages fitted from new. Isn't this an admission that a ROPS is of value. It seems to me that, given the type of vehicle, it is hopeless to tell riders to travel slowly/safely. They are going to push the boundaries and need protection. Fit a ROPS and save lives!
Subject: RE: Deaths, Injuries Linked to ATVs on the Rise