Most buses also do not come equipped with seatbelts. This lack of seatbelts increases the chances of a passenger sustaining a serious injury in the event of an accident.
There is also a major disparity between buses and cars in terms of size and weight which can mean occupants of a smaller vehicle suffer more serious injuries in a collision. In addition to differing sizes, bus and car accidents also differ in regard to liability. When a passenger vehicle strikes another vehicle, the driver culpable for the accident is held liable. On the other hand, when a bus owned by the government is liable, the state is responsible for any injuries caused by the accident.