Senior Research academics and vehicle experts are expressing their concerns that the trend of buying heavy Utes is making our roads unsafe.

Although these vehicles are very useful for both commercial use and daily activities, research from the Monash University Accident Research Centre reveals that the weight of these vehicles significantly raises the chances of serious injury or fatality in the event of an accident, thereby endangering all road users.

Razors Edge reporter Thomas Koutis spoke to Professor Stuart Newstead, Director of the Monash University Accident Research Centre.