A Deadly August on the French Roads
This page is translated from the original post "Un mois d’août meurtrier sur les routes françaises" in French.
- 16/09/2025 14:03
August 2025 was a particularly heavy month for human lives on the roads of metropolitan France.
According to the latest report from ONISR (National Interministerial Observatory of Road Safety), 341 people lost their lives on the roads of the hexagon, compared to 290 in August 2024. An increase of 51 deaths which invites deep reconsideration.
The figures show that incivilities, poor behaviors, and excesses of all kinds are increasing and directly impacting road safety.
Who is affected?
- Motorists: +53 deaths in one year
- Pedestrians: +8 deaths
- Cyclists: +2 deaths
- Motorcycle riders: -17 deaths (the only category in decline)
Age groups most affected:
- Under 18: +20 deaths
- 18-24 years old: +11 deaths
- 65 years and older: +19 deaths
Where do the accidents occur?
- Roads outside urban areas: +31 deaths
- Highways: +10 deaths
- Urban areas: +10 deaths
Serious injuries follow the same trend with a total of 1,601 people, a +1% compared to August 2024.
Increase for:
- Motorists: +6%
- EDP users: +6%
- Motorcycles: +2%
Decrease for:
- Pedestrians: -10%
- Cyclists: -6%
A key observation emerges: speed is not the only danger. While campaigns mainly target speed, risky behaviors, incivilities, and excesses of all kinds are significantly increasing. Distractions, non-compliance with rules, and reckless behaviors on the road contribute greatly to this rise in mortality and serious injuries.
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