Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of preventable death of travelers, according to the World Health Organization.
Protect yourself:
Use safety belts when available
Avoid driving in rural areas after dark
Rent larger vehicles with seat belts and airbags
Don’t drink and drive
Avoid riding in large vehicles that are overcrowded, overweight, or top-heavy
Learn more about road safety and country-specific driving risks at Association for Safe International Road Travel