Küljekollisioon

Küljekollisioon, also known as a side-impact collision or T-bone collision, occurs when the side of a vehicle is struck by the front or rear of another vehicle. These types of accidents are often severe due to the limited structural protection offered by the side of most vehicles. The occupants on the impacted side are particularly vulnerable to serious injuries.

The primary causes of küljekollisioon include drivers running red lights or stop signs, failing to yield the right-of-way at intersections, and making unsafe turns. Distracted driving, speeding, and impaired driving also significantly contribute to the likelihood of this type of crash. The forces involved in a side-impact collision can lead to significant intrusion into the passenger compartment, resulting in severe injuries such as head trauma, spinal injuries, pelvic fractures, and internal organ damage.

Safety measures aimed at mitigating the severity of küljekollisioon include the design of vehicle side-impact protection systems, such as side airbags and reinforced door beams. Traffic engineering interventions, like improved intersection design, better signage, and traffic calming measures, also play a role in reducing their occurrence. Public awareness campaigns focusing on intersection safety and the dangers of distracted or impaired driving are also important in preventing these collisions.