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flag Foreign tourists, often inexperienced and fatigued, cause most crashes on New Zealand’s Highway 8, leading to 16 deaths in 2023.

flag New Zealand highway patrols report that overseas tourists make up about 90% of drivers stopped on State Highway 8, often due to speeding, fatigue, inexperience, and distraction. flag Many incidents involve dangerous behaviors like driving with children on laps or falling asleep at the wheel, leading to fatal head-on crashes—especially when tourists from right-side driving countries revert to familiar habits when tired. flag In 2023, foreign drivers were linked to 16 deaths and hundreds of injuries, with crash rates rising alongside visitor numbers. flag Experts stress that fatigue impairs driving as severely as alcohol and recommend banning car rentals for 24 hours after arrival, along with safety upgrades like rumble strips and better signage. flag Language barriers and poor understanding of local rules further increase risks, particularly on remote roads where tourists rush to see scenic sites.

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