Which crash type accounts for the most fatalities, injuries, and property damage?

• A. Single Vehicle
• B. Pedestrian
• C. Multi Vehicle
• D. Two Vehicle

Answer: (C)

Multi-vehicle crashes tend to cause the most harm overall because more people and more property are exposed when several vehicles collide. Each additional vehicle adds potential occupants who can be injured, plus more damage to vehicles, road furniture, and surrounding objects. The energy from the crash is distributed across multiple bodies and vehicles, increasing the likelihood of multiple injuries and higher total property damage. While crashes involving pedestrians or a single vehicle can be severe for the individuals involved, the aggregate impact across all parties and items damaged is usually greater in incidents with multiple vehicles.