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.
In 2024, 64% of all fatal pedestrian crashes were caused by the pedestrian.
The most fatality-prone period of the day is 5PM-6PM.
Over 20% of children involved in crashes were not in a child restraint or were improperly restrained.
More than 2,300 people are injured or killed annually in railroad crossing and trespass incidents in North America.
In 2024, for each fatality, there were about 38 injuries.
Speeding is the top contributing factor in fatal crashes.
In 2024, there were 65 fatalities associated with distracted driving.
The Alabama Interstate System represents only 1% of the state’s total mileage, but carries 25% of the traffic volume and is responsible for 12.6% of fatalities.
There were 9 fatalities with train involvement.
Almost 98% of people involved in crashes but not harmed were reported to have been wearing their seat belts.
In 2024, there were 120 pedestrian fatalities.
Alabama has a Code of the Road, and knowing it helps you follow it.
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