When is the Safest Time to Drive in the U.S.?
You may want to switch up your driving routine after learning when the safest times to drive in the U.S. are.
Vehicle crashes and accidents are unfortunately one of the top causes of death in the U.S. The summer months and holidays, such as Labor Day and the 4th of July, are the deadliest seasons for driving. This is most likely because of the nicer weather for driving, and an increase in drivers due to holiday travel. According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the deadliest times are between midnight and 4 a.m. because of the increase in impaired driversTuesday is the weekday with the least amount of crashes between 2000 and 2009. With an average of 4,455 crashes per year versus Saturday at 6,826 crashes,
As far as times, traffic usually picks up in the U.S. between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays due to workRush hour on weekdays, between 5 and 7 p.m. are usually more dangerous due to the increase in drivers on the road.
Vehicle crashes and accidents are unfortunately one of the top causes of death in the U.S. The summer months and holidays, such as Labor Day and the 4th of July, are the deadliest seasons for driving. This is most likely because of the nicer weather for driving, and an increase in drivers due to holiday travel. According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the deadliest times are between midnight and 4 a.m. because of the increase in impaired driversTuesday is the weekday with the least amount of crashes between 2000 and 2009. With an average of 4,455 crashes per year versus Saturday at 6,826 crashes,
As far as times, traffic usually picks up in the U.S. between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays due to workRush hour on weekdays, between 5 and 7 p.m. are usually more dangerous due to the increase in drivers on the road.
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