In 2025 Austria has 730 crashes in fog. This is a new high number. People are hurt in these crashes. 17 people even die.
Many crashes happen in Lower Austria. There are 219 crashes. Vienna also has more crashes than before. Salzburg, Vorarlberg and Tyrol have fewer crashes.
People drive too fast in fog. They keep too little space to cars. Drivers only look at tail lights. This is dangerous.
The ÖAMTC gives tips for safe driving. Drivers must drive slower. Drivers must keep more space. Drivers must turn on lights.
Young drivers between 20 and 29 years have many crashes. They lack practice in bad weather. Do not use phones while driving. Phones distract drivers.
