The forecast for road fatalities on U.S. motorways shows a gradual rise from 2024 to 2028, increasing from 5.25 to 5.46 thousand persons. In 2023, the actual number of road fatalities stood at 5.2 thousand. This suggests a consistent upward trend over the forecast period with an average increase of 0.85% year-on-year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) across the five-year period is approximately 0.95%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in vehicle safety, which may alter the current projections.
Policy changes aimed at enhancing motorway safety standards.
Behavioral shifts due to increased prevalence of telecommuting, potentially impacting traffic patterns.