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In 2024, 19,940 people lost their lives in road crashes across the EU, according to latest statistics released by the European Commission today.

From safer roads in Lithuania to lower speed limits in Greece, a European knowledge-sharing initiative is helping governments turn successful road safety ideas into action.

The European Road Safety Charter, led by the European Commission, proudly announced the winners of its Excellence in Road Safety Awards 2025 today.

As of today, all heavy-duty vehicles registered in the EU and operating in Member States other than their Member State of registration must be fitted with a smart tachograph (version 2).

For better road safety and air quality across the EU, the Commission is proposing a comprehensive overhaul of the EU’s road safety and vehicle registration rules.

The Commission welcomes the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on a key legislative file aimed at improving road safety.

The Commission welcomes the provisional agreement reached yesterday between the European Parliament and the Council on its initiative to modernising EU driving licence rules.

The Commission released preliminary figures on road fatalities for 2024, reporting around 19,800 deaths - a 3% decrease from 2023, equivalent to 600 fewer lives lost.

As a global advocate for safer roads, the European Commission is committed to driving evidence-based policymaking and supporting initiatives that reduce road casualties worldwide.