Studies show stricter enforcement, not just fines, reduces risky driving in Australia.

Recent studies in Australia highlight the link between high-speed violations and future crashes, showing that stricter demerit systems and officer-led enforcement can reduce risky driving. However, increasing fines and disqualification periods for high-risk groups like teenagers and low-income drivers had no impact on reducing driving offenses and could even increase illegal driving. Experts suggest lowering the road toll by improving infrastructure, shifting freight to rail, and focusing enforcement on high-risk drivers.

November 17, 2024
4 Articles