Using UK road safety data, the author finds that electric vehicles are no more dangerous to pedestrians than conventional cars. Specifically, they do not appear to cause more collisions or more severe injuries. However, it’s observed that hybrid vehicles show higher pedestrian collision rates, although the resulting injuries tend to be less severe.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are no more dangerous to pedestrians than traditional petrol or diesel cars, according to a new study led by Priestley member Professor Zia Wadud. Research by the University of...