The focus of the 2005 International Policy Forum was on road safety for young drivers. Young people aged between 16-24 are at most risk of involvement in a road traffic crash. For this age group car crashes are the leading cause of death. In OECD countries alone it is estimated that more than 9000 people aged between 16-24 were killed in 2003. Discussion at the Policy Forum centred on the types of risk encountered by young drivers; why young drivers are most at risk; the need for better support and training both pre and post licence; and initiatives taken by automobile clubs to mitigate the risks to young drivers. This document is a record of the proceedings of the 2005 International Policy Forum, containing an edited transcript of the presentations and discussion. The 2005 International Policy Forum was held in Budapest, Hungary. (Author/publisher)
Samenvatting