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LATEST ROAD SAFETY MEASURES

In Australia’s federal system, all levels of government implement a range of measures to reduce deaths and serious injuries within their specific areas of responsibility. The National Road Safety Strategy 2021-30 sets out Australia’s road safety objectives over the next decade and includes key priorities for action and targets to reduce the annual number of fatalities by at least 50% and serious injuries by at least 30% by 2030.

Major Programs

AUSTRALIA

In Australia, the government has implemented several road safety programs aimed at reducing the number of road accidents and fatalities.

  • National Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030: This is a 10-year plan that aims to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on Australian roads by at least 30 percent by 2030.
  • Road Safety Innovation Fund: This fund is aimed at promoting innovative solutions to road safety challenges in Australia.
  • National Heavy Vehicle Regulator: This regulator is responsible for regulating heavy vehicles in Australia and promoting road safety in the heavy vehicle industry.

Overseas

In other countries, there are also various road safety programs that have been implemented, such as:

  • Vision Zero: This is a road safety program that originated in Sweden and has been adopted by several other countries, including the United States, Canada, and Germany.

Road Toll Changes

Changes in road infrastructure

Improvements in road infrastructure such as widening of roads, installation of roundabouts, improved lighting and signage.

Changes in vehicle technology

Advances in vehicle technology, such as electronic stability control and autonomous emergency braking.

Global Progress

There is no single country that can be identified as the best in decreasing road toll, as the progress in reducing road accidents and fatalities varies widely between countries.

Overall, the key to reducing road deaths is a comprehensive approach that includes infrastructure improvements, law enforcement, and public education.