That is part of the problem that I described, pedestrian safety being an afterthought in the US, not just in a regulatory way, also as far as research is concerned, especially in regards to driver safety.
I am aware that my request regarding comparison of well designed and poorly designed cars regarding driver view, is rather specific but I think it is the relevant question. The question wasn't if assistance systems can enhance safety it was if they can make up for the loss in safety due to poorly designed cars. The studies you provided did not talk at all about pedestrian safety, or did I miss something?