Road Safety Report 2024
This report highlights how safe, well‑planned road infrastructure can save lives and why global standards must evolve alongside shifting mobility habits.
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Road Safety Report Archive
Since 2008, DEKRA has been publishing the annual Road Safety Report. The publication of the Road Safety Report completes DEKRA's commitment to road safety, which started more than 90 years ago. The reports are available in PDF format for downloading and as online catalogue.
Road Safety Report 2023
A deep dive into the interaction of advanced vehicle technology and human behavior and how both must work together to improve safety.
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Road Safety Report 2022
Exploring risks, behaviors, and opportunities for young road users in a rapidly changing mobility landscape.
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Road Safety Report 2021
How aging influences mobility needs and what measures can ensure safe participation for older adults in road traffic.
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Road Safety Report 2020
An in‑depth look at challenges and safety improvements for cyclists and motorcyclists worldwide.
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Road Safety Report 2019 Supplement
A child‑friendly add‑on offering simple, engaging guidance to help young children navigate traffic more safely.
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Road Safety Report 2019
Why children are among the most vulnerable road users and what can be done to protect them more effectively.
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Road Safety Report 2018
An examination of safety challenges in freight transport from vehicle technology to human and logistical factors.
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Road Safety Report 2017
Showcasing successful international measures that demonstrably reduce road‑traffic risks and can serve as global models.
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Road Safety Report 2016
A comprehensive view of safety issues in public and private passenger transport and strategies to improve protection for all.
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Road Safety Report 2015
Reflecting on decades of traffic‑safety knowledge to outline the innovations and priorities needed for safer mobility ahead.
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Road Safety Report 2014
Why cities must rethink mobility and how safer, more efficient urban transport systems can be created for growing populations.
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Road Safety Report 2013
Focusing on one of the most accident-prone environments: rural roads and the measures that can significantly reduce serious crashes.
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Road Safety Report 2012
Examining how humans and vehicle technologies interact and how smarter systems can support safer driving.
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Road Safety Report 2011
A closer look at vulnerable road users and how infrastructure, behavior, and policy can increase their protection.
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Road Safety Report 2010
Insights into accident patterns and effective measures to enhance safety for motorcyclists worldwide.
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Road Safety Report 2009
Analyzing risk factors in heavy‑vehicle transport and identifying solutions for safer operation in freight traffic.
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Road Safety Report 2008
The inaugural report outlining foundational strategies that continue to shape modern road‑safety approaches today.
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