By the numbers: 1,234 people in Pennsylvania died in vehicle crashes in 2021.
Philadelphia saw 133 traffic-related fatalities last year, according to the state Department of Transportation.
It's a slight improvement compared to 2020, when Philly reported 156 traffic deaths — an 88% spike compared to the year prior.
Between the lines: Philly's traffic violence disproportionately affects Black and brown communities and low-income neighborhoods.
What to watch: Safety advocates are pushing for improved street designs to reduce accidents and force drivers to slow down. Some argue U.S. roads prioritize fast movement over other road users.
Philadelphia's latest Vision Zero report shows 42% of fatal and serious injury crashes were the result of aggressive driving and speeding.