Publications by authors named "Teresa Leal-Linares"
Accid Anal Prev
November 2016
Article Synopsis
- The paper examines the decline in road accidents in Spain over the past decade, attributing this change to three main factors: institutional (like the Penalty Point System), technological advancements in vehicle safety, and macroeconomic conditions (such as the Great Recession and rising fuel prices).
- The Penalty Point System, introduced in 2006, is noted as a key factor in reducing fatal accidents, although it does not significantly impact non-fatal accidents.
- Technological improvements in vehicle safety play a considerable role in the decrease of accidents, with their positive effects recognized since the late 1990s, highlighting the importance of both economic conditions and safety measures in influencing road safety trends.
