<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>A study from Graz University of Technology in Austria suggests that front-facing brake lights (FBLs) could reduce intersection collisions by up to 17 percent and lessen the severity of injuries in a quarter of crashes.</li><li>Front-facing brake lights would allow other drivers to see braking activities more easily from front and side angles, potentially improving reaction times and reducing accidents.</li><li>The study found that almost a fifth of crashes could have been avoided with front brake lights, and in 25.5 percent of crashes, the lights could reduce the speed of impact and severity of injuries.</li><li>Smaller green lights on the front and sides of vehicles were shown to be effective, offering a less visually impactful and cheaper alternative for improved safety.</li></ul>

New Study Shows Front-Facing Brake Lights Could Save Lives

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