Figures from the traffic directorate point to the Balearics having had the second highest number of road fatalities in Spain this summer (July and August). There were fourteen deaths, six more than in summer 2022, and the highest number since 2016 when there were 17. Madrid had the most fatalities.
Balearics - Second highest number of road fatalities this summer
For the purposes of the figures, summer is classified as July and August
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Driving on this island is ridiculous. Only two decent Spanish drivers and they are in F1.
Really? It’s called demented driving and reckless overtaking and mental motorcycling. Every day I see examples of all this and more. I’m amazed the numbers aren’t higher.
Hate to say it but I’m sure the taxi situation is making more people drink and drive…