Stats & Facts
Don’t become a statistic!
Think you’re invincible behind the wheel? Think again. Use these stats to check yourself, avoid distractions, and keep it safe on Alabama’s roads.
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Bicyclists accounted for 8 fatalities.
In 2024, there were 125 fatalities involving motorcycle or moped riders.
Of all fatal car crashes, 53% occurred at night (including dusk to dawn).
Most Alabama crashes occur within urban areas (76%), while most fatalities occur in rural areas (58%).
A Motorist is almost 20 times more likely to die in a crash involving a train than in a collision involving another motor vehicle.
In 2024, for each fatality, there were about 38 injuries.
The top three most prevalent crash types are FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY, TAILGATING, and Improper Lane Change/Use.
In Alabama in 2024, there were 87 collisions at rail crossings, resulting in 30 injuries and 9 fatalities.
In 2024, 64% of all fatal pedestrian crashes were caused by the pedestrian.
In Alabama, a traffic crash was reported every 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
Speeding is the top contributing factor in fatal crashes.
There were 9 fatalities with train involvement.
Alabama has a Code of the Road, and knowing it helps you follow it.
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