Does this mean my car / SUV / minivan / pickup is only designed to protect my family at up to 40 mph?
If crashes are this much more dangerous above 40 or 43 mph, then why do we have speed limits at 55, 65, or 75 mph?
That's a great question. A basic answer is because our society (as well as virtually every other around the world) prioritizes speed over safety when it comes to auto travel.