road safety Greece

A 76-year-old pedestrian died after being hit and abandoned on the road by a passing truck in Eastern Attica.

Prompted by a 17-year-old's tragic death in a motorcycle accident on Crete, a gas station on the island is taking a stand on road safety rules and refuses to fuel helmetless motorcyclists.

The smart traffic cameras aim to curb violations, reduce accidents, and boost overall road safety in Greece.

Some 1,000 cameras will soon be monitoring the roads in Attica prefecture 24/7 with violations and fines sent to drivers via text message

Despite the remarkable rise in road traffic incidents, casualties in June 2024 decreased by 3.1%

Wearing 'heavy clothing' while driving and an impolite gesture now punishable by a fine as per the traffic code - a loosely written article takes aim at vehicular 'erotic encounters'

Updated EU driving licence rules include digital licences, self-assessment, and probationary period for new drivers.