What Are Aussies Crashing Into Most?

The 2025 AAMI Crash Index reveals the top causes of car crashes in Australia, from tailgates to kangaroo collisions. Image Credits: AI Generated Visuals

Nose-to-Tail Still Tops

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Parked Cars and Stationary Objects

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Wildlife Still a Threat

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Failed Give-Way Mishaps

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Regional Risk Fluctuations

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See the full data here

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