One in Four Cars Totaled After Crashes Due to Tech and Age
According to a new report, one out of every four cars involved in crashes is now declared totaled. It's not because drivers are worse; it’s due to the growing complexity of automotive technology and older car fleets.Key TakeawaysTotal loss frequency rose from 22.1% in 2024 to 22.8% in 2025, a significant increase.The aging car population is majorly contributing to the rise in total losses as older vehicles are more costly to repair.Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and integrated electronics make repairs complicated and expensive.In 2025, nearly one-quarter of all cars involved in crashes ended up being totaled. This isn't because drivers aren’t paying attention or driving recklessly; it's due to the increasing complexity of modern vehicles.ADAS-equipped cars have sensors and camer...