Road traffic accidents remain a significant cause of personal injury in the UK. In 2018, there were over 160,000 casualties from road traffic collisions. Of these, more than 25,000 were serious or fatal. From drivers and cyclists to pedestrians and motorcyclists, keeping road safety front of mind is a must for all road users.
While some road traffic accidents are unavoidable, the majority can be prevented. That’s why we’ve created this guide, picking out the main causes of road collisions and advising on how to avoid them.