E-scooters have very rapidly become a popular mode of transport and are expected to remain attractive for years to come. However, the use of e-scooters can be dangerous, primarily for the e-scooter user, but also for other road users. In Austria, the number of injuries in e-scooter accidents has multiplied. In 2024, there were 7,500 e-scooter riders treated in hospital.
On October 21, 2024, Croatia celebrated the 5th National Day of Road Safety at Ban Josip Jelačić Square in Zagreb. The event, organized by the Ministry of the Interior, aimed to educate the public on road safety and especially motorcycle safety amid rising accident rates. Key participants included Deputy Prime Minister Davor Božinović, police chief Nikola Milina, the Croatian Automobile Club and various institutions involved in the National Road Safety Plan.
The National Cycling Conference took place in Osijek from October 9-11, 2024, as a significant initiative by the Croatian Ministry of Sea, Traffic, and Infrastructure. Launched in 2022 as part of the EU's Danube Cycle Plans, the conference provided a platform for stakeholders to collaborate on enhancing cycling infrastructure and promoting cyclotourism. During the event, it was highlighted that cycling participation in Croatia stood at only 6%, which was significantly lower than in many European countries.
The Croatian Automobile Club (HAK) plays a crucial role in promoting road safety and driver education in Croatia. On September 25, 2024 the manual titled “Become a Safe Cyclist and Electric Scooter Rider” aimed at children and youth was presented at the HAK headquarters in Zagreb. Additionally, HAK participated in a conference titled "Driver – Responsibility for Damage and Compensation" on September 26, 2024, in Zagreb.
