Could the level of auto-pedestrian accidents also be due to the fact that black clothing has become very fashionable and that most people would consider it uncool to wear any reflector on their persons? There have been quite a few public service announcements alerting pedestrians to this hazard.
Perhaps some inconspicuous reflective elements could become fashion de rigeur: reflective buttons, shoe soles, headbands, or gloves…
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Could the level of auto-pedestrian accidents also be due to the fact that black clothing has become very fashionable and that most people would consider it uncool to wear any reflector on their persons? There have been quite a few public service announcements alerting pedestrians to this hazard.
Perhaps some inconspicuous reflective elements could become fashion de rigeur: reflective buttons, shoe soles, headbands, or gloves…