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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In Alabama in 2024, there were 87 collisions at rail crossings, resulting in 30 injuries and 9 fatalities.
Bicyclists accounted for 8 fatalities.
63% of all fatal motorcycle crashes were caused by the motorcyclist.
Of all fatal car crashes, 53% occurred at night (including dusk to dawn).
In 2024, there were 125 fatalities involving motorcycle or moped riders.
In Alabama, a traffic crash was reported every 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
In 2024, there were 65 fatalities associated with distracted driving.
For front seat occupants, the probability of being killed is about 54 times higher for those not wearing safety belts than those who are properly restrained.
The most crash-prone period of the day is 3PM-6PM.
The number of RURAL fatalities increased 0.18% from 2023 to 2024.
Pedestrian fatalities have increased 22% since 2015, largely due to being distracted by phones.
Alabama has a Code of the Road, and knowing it helps you follow it.
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