[controversial opinion - not necessarily fully subscribed to - even by me]
I wonder how many people realise that hitting a tree is very likely the worst possible outcome for the occupants of your car.
Trees over say, 20cm diameter will not give much, and will focus all the force into a small area of your car. And the dirt as you approach the tree is likely not too good for breaking.
In many circumstances, I propose that a side swipe under full breaking might be better overall to reduce human impact.
[/controversial opinion]
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