Highlights Dutch drivers behave less aggressively and committed fewer violations. Iranian drivers were more inclined to commit risky behaviors such as speeding or illegal overtaking. Iranian drivers were more prone to breaking traffic laws across a range of situations. The SEM results indicated a higher probability of crashes for those committing more violations. Drivers who made more driving errors were more likely to be involved in crashes.

    Abstract Introduction: The rates of road traffic injuries and fatalities in developing countries are significantly higher than in developed countries. This study examines the differences in driving behavior, road safety attitudes, and driving habits between a developed country (the Netherlands) and a developing country (Iran), which bear major differences in terms of crash involvement per population. Method: In this context, this study assesses the statistical association of crash involvement with errors, lapses, aggressive driving incidents, and non-compliance with traffic rules, attitudes, and habits. Structural equation modeling was used to evaluate data obtained from 1,440 questionnaires (720 samples for each group). Results: The results revealed that more insecure attitudes toward traffic-regulation observance, negative driving habits, and risky behaviors, such as traffic rule violations act as influential factors of crash involvement. Iranian participants showed a greater likelihood to get involved in violations and driving habits with a higher level of risk. In addition, lower levels of safety attitudes toward traffic-regulation observance were observed. On the other hand, Dutch drivers were more likely to report lapses and errors. Dutch drivers also reported safer behavior in terms of unwillingness to engage in risky behaviors such as violations (speeding and no-overtaking). The structural equation models for crash involvement based on behaviors, attitudes, and driving habits were also evaluated for their accuracy and statistical fit using relevant indicators. Practical Applications: Finally, the findings of the present study point out the need for extensive research in some areas to foster policies that can effectively enhance safer driving.


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    Title :

    How do driving behavior and attitudes toward road safety vary between developed and developing countries? Evidence from Iran and the Netherlands


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    Publication date :

    2023-02-07


    Size :

    12 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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