1) Road safety statistics in Colombia show a reduction in traffic deaths of 36.8% between 1995 and 2007, despite increases in population and vehicles.
2) Motorcycles are a major risk factor, with motorcycle drivers 7.8 times more likely to die than car drivers. Helmet use and driving courses are areas needing improvement.
3) The Road Prevention Fund (RPF), financed through vehicle insurance, runs successful public awareness campaigns that have helped reduce traffic deaths in Colombia by around 50% over 10 years.