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Road deaths fall across Spain but rise in Castilla-La Mancha in Q1 2026

Spain saw a 22% drop in road deaths in Q1 2026 with 196 fatalities, while Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León, Extremadura and Galicia recorded increases.

Apr 1st 2026 · Spain

Insights

  • Spain recorded 196 fatalities in 186 fatal crashes in the first quarter of 2026.
  • National road deaths fell by 56 people, a 22% decrease versus the same period in 2025.
  • Castilla-La Mancha is one of four regions where road fatalities increased in Q1 2026.
  • The other regions with rising fatalities are Castilla y León, Extremadura and Galicia.
  • Source of data: Directorate General of Traffic (DGT).