Road deaths hit 1300 but data gap leaves e-scooter risk unmeasured
Australian road deaths rose to 1300 in 2024. But authorities don't have enough consistent data. They can't measure whether e-scooters and gig-economy riders are part of the problem.
Why it mattersGovernments need clear data to write safety rules and protect both riders and pedestrians. This is key as delivery work grows and vehicles become more common.
AustraliaAustralians sharing streets with e-scooters and delivery riders face uncertain safety risks; workers face potential injury with limited understanding of actual accident rates.
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