Volvo has extended its hands towards transporters other than
drivers: bikers. The company has invented an invisible paint almost, which will
make bikers more visible at night to drivers. The paint will reflect off of
cars which will alert drivers to become more cautious to nighttime bike riders.
Analysis: I think this relates to APUSH because it’s
inventions such as this, or even inventions like duct tape, Velcro, and kitty
litter (all which were invented during World War II) that have made our lives
easier, safer, and more efficient. I think that this invention in particular is
also going to raise awareness in bike safety. Drivers shouldn’t be angered by
bike riders, but actually more cautious and treat them as other cars on the
roads. Nighttime is a dangerous time for bikers and now that this paint has
made its way into the world, I feel that it will pave the way for more
inventions to promote bike safety.
I think that this is a great invention! This will definitely reduce the amount of bike deaths.
ReplyDeleteI know a lot of bikers who train early in the morning and always fear that they will be hit by cars. It's great that a large company like Volvo has taken the time and money to produce this.
ReplyDeleteI really like the connection to history, its a great example of invention and shows some increase in safety measures for the roads
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