While some accidents are spectacular, the coach is still a mode of transport that is fourteen times safer than the car. Since 01/01/2015, coaches must be equipped with approved safety belts and the use of seat belts is mandatory.
In 2021, 116 injury traffic accidents involved a coach, or 0.2 % of personal accidents. 15 people were killed, including 5 car users, 5 vulnerable users (1 cyclist, 1 user of powered two-wheeler and 3 pedestrians) and 3 coaches occupants.
In 2021, 588 injury traffic accidents involved a bus, or 1,1 % of personal injuries. 17 people were killed, including 4 car users, 9 pedestrians and 1 bus occupant.
In 2021, 133 tramway accidents were recorded in the BAAC file. 4 pedestrians were killed.
Published on 20/05/2019
