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US Driving Hits Record in 2023
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US driving reached a new record in 2023, surpassing pre-COVID levels, driven by factors such as the return of workers to offices, lower gasoline prices, and a decline in road deaths. The decline in road deaths was attributed to a reduction in perceived likelihood of ticking by police due to reduced traffic on American roads during the pandemic.
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How does the decline in road deaths reflect changes in road safety policies and infrastructure?
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What measures could be implemented to address the environmental and safety concerns associated with the increase in U.S. driving?
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