#road-safety

#road-safety

A young driver was jailed for over nine years after a crash killed three passengers due to driving under the influence of laughing gas.

A pregnant woman died in a head-on crash caused by a potentially intoxicated driver, emphasizing the dangers of reckless driving.

A bus driver's brief distraction led to a fatal accident, emphasizing the dangers of multitasking while driving.

A man was hospitalized after a serious crash in Finsbury Park, prompting an air ambulance response.

A father and son tragically died in a road accident, underlining the dangers of reckless driving.

A 79-year-old woman was killed in a head-on collision in Gilroy, highlighting the need for road safety.

A mother died after being hit by a car while walking with her daughter in Westcliff, Essex.

A man has been charged with serious offenses after hitting two pedestrians with his car on New Year's Day.

M20 closed due to crash, causing significant delays.

Traffic congestion extends for six miles, with delays lasting an hour.

A six-month-old girl named Sophia Kelemen died from injuries sustained in a car park accident, prompting charges against the driver.

Sean M Higgins pleaded not guilty after allegedly driving under the influence and causing the deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother.

A cyclist was critically injured in a hit-and-run, and authorities are seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage.

The Christmas Road Safety Campaign led to 17 fatalities and over 85 serious collisions despite extensive Garda enforcement efforts to improve road safety.

Road safety laws are critical for protecting children in vehicles.

The incident involved children not wearing seatbelts in a commercial van.

Portland traffic fatalities decreased in 2024, signaling improved road safety efforts.

The focus should shift from understanding perpetrators' motives to implementing harm reduction strategies in traffic safety.

Drivers must fulfill their civic duty to share the road responsibly to ensure pedestrian safety.

Despite efforts like Vision Zero, pedestrian fatalities in Seattle remain alarmingly high.

New Year's Day is the most dangerous day to be on the road, with 346 arrests in the last festive period.

Traffic safety measures implemented in San Jose may inadvertently increase danger for cyclists, raising concerns about the effectiveness of bollards.

A man was killed in a scooter accident involving a GMC driver on Gibson Canyon Road.

A pedestrian was fatally hit twice in a road collision, once by a tow truck and once by a car.

Witnesses or dash cam footage are sought by the police to aid the investigation.

A young mother, Marguerita Sheridan, died in a hit-and-run incident shortly after giving birth.

A man in his late 80s died following a car collision, while others sustained non-life threatening injuries.

A woman in her 70s died in a car crash at the Ashley Centre car park in Epsom.

A tragic collision involving a passenger bus and truck in Brazil resulted in at least 32 fatalities, highlighting serious road safety issues.

A tragic road collision on Killylea Road left two dead, several injured, including a baby, and deeply affected the community.

Motorcyclist hospitalized after collision with car; injuries assessed as non-life threatening.

Campaigners lost a high court case against the removal of low traffic neighbourhoods, which the mayor defended as fulfilling democratic mandate and addressing traffic issues.

The new digital billboard may distract drivers at a busy roundabout, raising safety concerns among local officials and residents.

Stormzy received a nine-month driving ban for using a mobile phone while driving and had previously violated vehicle tint regulations.

Rapper Stormzy has received a nine-month driving ban and a fine for using his phone while driving and having illegal window tints.

Four out of seven road fatalities over Christmas occurred within sight of victims' homes, emphasizing increased risks for vulnerable road users.

Irish road deaths remain alarmingly high with 179 fatalities in 2023, prompting calls for research on traffic safety trends.

At least six killed and dozens injured in Mumbai bus crash; chaos ensued as mob confronted driver.

Road accidents in India, particularly in Mumbai, reveal systemic issues in driving safety and road conditions.

At least 50 people died in two separate bus accidents on the Kabul-Kandahar Highway in Ghazni province, highlighting road safety issues.

The road accident in Sidama, Ethiopia, has resulted in at least 71 fatalities, mostly individuals returning from a wedding.

Fatal pedestrian collisions in Ireland are rising, with four deaths reported in three days.

More drivers arrested for drug driving than drink driving in December, highlighting a shift in enforcement focus.

Many motorists may unknowingly drive illegally due to residual alcohol levels after drinking during holiday festivities.

Waymo's autonomous vehicles are significantly safer than human drivers, causing fewer injuries and less property damage during collisions.

December has seen a dramatic rise in road traffic fatalities in Ireland, with particular concern for pedestrian safety.

Five fatalities occurred on local roads in five days leading up to Christmas, raising concerns about road safety in Northern Ireland.

Road safety enforcement has intensified in Ireland as Christmas approaches to mitigate increased risk of serious collisions.

A family was tragically impacted by a hit-and-run incident that claimed the lives of both parents.

The suspect identified had a prior criminal record, indicating a troubled background.

A young mother in her 20s was severely injured by a hit-and-run vehicle in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, and is in critical condition.

A serious pedestrian hit-and-run incident occurred on Lower Rathmines Road, with Gardaí seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage for investigation.

California Highway Patrol increases patrols during holiday to prevent impaired and reckless driving, aiming to improve road safety.

Gardaí urge public caution on roads this Christmas as 170 fatalities reported in 2023.

A serious accident in Lambeth has left a pedestrian in critical condition and a motorbike rider with minor injuries.

A car crash on Spaniards Road resulted in three injuries requiring hospitalization.

Emergency services efficiently managed the scene of the accident.

A cyclist has been hospitalized after a crash with a lorry at Finsbury Park, with his condition currently unknown.

Emergency services quickly responded to a car crash in Orpington, which resulted in the vehicle flipping on its side.

M25 traffic halted due to a serious crash; motorists urged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

Multiple crashes reported causing significant traffic delays on major roads in Dublin this morning including M50 and M7.

UK drivers should avoid major roads this weekend to minimize congestion during the holiday season.