From 2013 to 2023, the number of road injury accidents on motorways in Spain increased significantly, standing at 14.16 thousand in 2023. This represents a steady upward trend, particularly noticeable after 2017, with a continuous annual increase. The year-on-year variation from 2022 to 2023 was 1.72%, maintaining a consistent growth pattern observed in the preceding years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 was 1.56%, signaling moderate but steady growth.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data suggest that the number of road injury accidents will continue to rise, reaching 15.29 thousand by 2028. The projected CAGR for the next five years is 1.21%, indicating a slight deceleration in the growth rate compared to the past trends, with an overall 6.18% increase over this period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Improvements in road safety measures and their impact on accident rates.
- Technological advancements in vehicle safety features and autonomous driving.
- Changes in traffic regulations and enforcement strategies.
- Shifts in transportation behaviors, such as the impact of increased remote working on traffic volumes.
