Data & Statistics
Road Safety at a Glance
Evidence-based insights into road traffic crashes, fatalities, and trends across Malaysia. Understanding the data helps us identify risks, measure progress, and save lives.
6000+
deaths every year
18
lives lost per day
68%
deaths involve motorcyclists
16%
fatalities involve road users ages 16-25
67
deaths per year in school zones
Source: PDRM
Lack of physical protection compared to cars
Difficulty assessing risks, distances, and speeds.
High exposure to crashes in mixed traffic
Takes longer to perceive and respond to hazards.
Visibility challenges for other drivers
Affects steering, braking, and overall vehicle control.
Helmet non-compliance and improper use
Harder to focus on driving tasks and surroundings.
Road Traffic Crash Statistics Report
2024
Crash Report PDRM 2024 (Full Report)
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