Citation

Badger J. Accid. Reconstr. J. 1993; 5(5): 20-22.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1993, Accident Reconstruction Journal)

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Abstract

This article looks at the problem of trailer underride accidents -- those involving a passenger car and a semi trailer truck. Specific elements that investigators should consider are: disabled rig; napping driver; fuel receipts; tail lamp function; photographs of accident site. The author discusses recommendations for height of rear underride guards, the issue of side underrides and energy-absorbing rear truck bumpers. Night visibility and driver error are also discussed.