Recommended Passenger Car Size Definitions and the Need for Vehicle Identification in Traffic Accident Data

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Marsh, J. C., author.

Conference Name:

SAE International Congress & Exposition (1985-02-25 : Detroit, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1985

Summary:

Car downsizing has continuously altered the concept and definition of car size. A new set of standard car size definitions has been recommended that provide for either three weight categories (Light: under 2500 lb., Midweight: 2500-3400; Heavy: 3500 and over) or three wheelbase categories (Small = under 100; Midsize = 100-109, Large = 110 and over). Each classification can be split into six categories or both can be combined into a nine cell cross-classification. It is also recommended that all traffic accident records retain the original VIN and actual vehicle weight and wheelbase, for use in classification and analysis

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Publisher Number:

850063

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