And that&#x27;s where I would disagree with what is obviously an overwhelming majority: I don&#x27;t think the returns, compared to costs, are significant and I don&#x27;t think that the dangers are still huge.  Modern cars are very, very safe and have been for years, and I think the industry should begin to prioritize other things (costs, simplicity, aesthetics, etc.) in some cases.  I would be less obstinate if much of the safety equipment was optional, rather than required by law.<p>OTOH, given the absolute blow out that this comment took, I can see that mine is not a popular position.   And I would be lying if I didn&#x27;t admit that a lot of my animus comes from the fact that the vehicles I prefer (the 70-series landcruiser, the Defender 90) are not available in the U.S. due to safety restrictions.