New data from 2023 reveals that 29% of road accidents in occur in low-light conditions, raising concerns about driver safety after dark.
Regulations to Reduce Accidents
Reduced visibility, driver fatigue, and a higher likelihood of driving under the influence of alcohol are some of the leading factors contributing to this elevated risk.
In response to these alarming statistics, Spain is working on new regulations to reduce accidents, particularly during nighttime hours. according to Moto.
The number of fatalities has increased among vulnerable road users, such as motorcyclists and pedestrians. Speeding and distracted driving continue to be the primary causes of accidents, especially after dark.
The majority of these accidents are caused by inexperienced drivers, prompting the Spanish government to take action.
Not the First Time
One of the key proposals is to ban new drivers from operating vehicles between 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. This restriction is aimed at reducing nighttime accidents by limiting the number of inexperienced drivers on the road during these high-risk hours.
Though discussions are ongoing, authorities are confident that these rules will be enforced soon.
This is not the first time Spain has imposed restrictions on new drivers. Back in 1976, a rule was introduced that prevented beginners from driving on highways, expressways, and national roads during their first year of having a driver’s license.
At the time, this ban applied from 5:00 p.m. the day before a public holiday until midnight on the holiday itself, with even stricter rules in place before that.
