In 2023, the United States held the largest share of global road fatalities at 56.99 persons, with a 3.75% year-on-year increase. Significant declines were noted in South Korea (-9.48%), Poland (-8.8%), and Lithuania (-9.16%). Smaller countries like Iceland saw a drastic decrease of 14.97%. Meanwhile, France, Germany, and Canada demonstrated moderate reductions in fatalities. Over a five-year period, the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) showcases a persistent, although uneven, global decline in road fatalities among several European countries.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in vehicle safety, improved road infrastructure, and policy-driven initiatives that may further contribute to decreasing road fatality rates globally, especially in regions exhibiting persistent declines. However, growing vehicle numbers and evolving traffic patterns pose uncertainties that could impact these trends moving forward.
Top countries in Number of Road Fatalities (After 30 Days) Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 56.99 | 2023 | +2.71% | +3.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russian Federation | 16.23 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 France | 4.01 | 2023 | -5.45% | -1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 3.33 | 2023 | -7.86% | -4.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Kazakhstan | 2.99 | 2023 | +5.69% | +3.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 2.98 | 2023 | -15.98% | -9.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2.34 | 2023 | -4.75% | -8.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 2.24 | 2023 | -1.76% | -1.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 2.15 | 2023 | -2.75% | -3.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Azerbaijan | 1.08 | 2023 | -0.48% | +2.83% | View data |
