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Road Safety Gains and Global Gaps | Texas News
Road deaths have dropped globally by over 30% since 1990, saving countless lives—but progress is uneven. While high-income nations see gains, low-income countries lag, with 90% of road fatalities occurring there due to slow adoption of safety tech like seat belts and advanced vehicle features. In the U.S., pedestrian and vehicle deaths rose in some periods, fueled by bigger cars and distracted driving, yet recent data shows a promising 7% drop in pedestrian fatalities in 2025. With over 1.1 million lives lost to road crashes last year—still the top cause of death for teens and young…
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