Car crashes in Arizona cost the state close to $6 billion annually. These costs include medical expenses, property damage, and lost productivity, making the impact both financial and personal.
In 2023 alone, over 1,300 people lost their lives in car accidents across the state. When looking at the past decade, the death toll exceeds 10,000, highlighting the ongoing severity of the issue.
A new report by the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety sheds light on these staggering figures. It emphasizes the need for action to reduce both the human and financial toll of crashes in Arizona.
The report identifies specific policy changes that could make a difference. Recommendations include introducing a motorcycle helmet law, enforcing a booster seat requirement, and tightening restrictions for learner’s permits.
Implementing these measures, the group argues, could save lives and alleviate some of the financial burden car crashes place on Arizona every year.
