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South Australias road safety crisis escalates in 2026, with a per capita death toll surpassing all states except the Northern Territory. Motorcyclists and young drivers fuel the increase, with seven bike fatalities and eight deaths among those aged 20-29, marking a 90% jump from average. March proves the deadliest month in over a decade, with nineteen lives lost. Regional areas bear 59% of fatalities, despite safer vehicles. RAA road safety boss Charles Mountain urges vigilance, warning against the Fatal Five: distractions, speeding, seatbelt neglect, drugs, alcohol, and reckless moves.

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