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Back-up systems sense things behind SUVs

A few years ago, Clark talked about the many tragic deaths that occur each year when someone driving an SUV runs over a child. That’s not driving down the street; it’s in the driveway of a home. Each year, 2,400 children are run over because someone backing up cannot see them. The high center of gravity on SUVs makes it very difficult to see that low on the ground. The good news is that there are now back-up cameras on some SUVs. But those who have older SUVs can by safety systems that sense when someone is behind the car. Some of them are very affordable, at about $40. Of course, another option is to back in to your driveway or garage instead of pulling in. That way, when you pull out, you are driving forward and can see kids or pets in your driveway. Although SUVs have been popularized as family style cars, they were never intended for that purpose. So you must be extra careful if you have one.

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