Collision Data Points to Increasingly Dangerous Roads this Summer
26 Maggio 2022 - 2:00PM
Business Wire
Allstate offers safe driving tips ahead of the
summer travel season
An analysis of proprietary Allstate collision data for the five
years between 2017 and 2021 reveals that the U.S. is likely to see
riskier roadways this summer.
Over the past two years, numerous roadway safety organizations,
including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and
the National Safety Council, have noted an alarming increase in
traffic fatalities in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. A new
analysis of Allstate collision data highlights a shift away from
below-average collision rates during the summer months pre-pandemic
to collision rates in the summer exceeding the monthly average by
as much as 7.7% post-pandemic.
Although collision totals in 2020 and 2021 were lower than in
previous years – driven down by the effect of the pandemic on total
miles driven — there are reasons to expect the same will not hold
true this summer. According to Allstate’s mobility data and
analytics partner, Arity, total miles driven began exceeding
pre-pandemic levels as early as April 2021 and as of April 2022,
national mileage is out pacing 2021. With traffic fatalities
already estimated to be up in the Spring compared to last year, all
signs point to that (collision) trend worsening this summer.
Ahead of what experts believe could be a banner year for summer
travel, Allstate offers five ways drivers can stay safe on the
roads this summer:
- Buckle up. Fastening your seatbelt is the first and
easiest step you can take toward becoming a safer driver. Allstate
was among the earliest advocates of national seatbelt laws in the
1960s, and our support of this simple, life-saving technology
continues to this day.
- Don’t drive distracted. Keep your cellphone out of reach
while driving. If you need to use it, pull over and park in a safe
location. A telematics program such as Allstate’s Drivewise can
also make you aware of riskier driving habits – including how often
you touch your phone while driving. In fact, 65% of Drivewise
customers reported changing their driving habits based on feedback
they received from the program, according to an Allstate
survey.
- Be aware of your surroundings. Drivers should be alert
and pay attention to traffic at all times. Not only can defensive
driving and other safe driving practices help you stay safe on the
road, but those habits may also help you save on car
insurance.
- Know when to take a break. If you're feeling tired, you
may want to think twice before getting behind the wheel or pull
over and park in a safe location if you feel yourself getting
drowsy. Sleepiness can affect your ability to drive safely.
Passengers can help you remain focused on the road by navigating
directions and pointing out potential hazards.
- Always be prepared. Every car should have general
emergency supplies. Some of the basics can include: a spare tire or
tire repair kit, jumper cables, a reflective triangle or flare, and
a first aid kit. A roadside assistance plan, such as those offered
by Allstate Roadside, can also help with services like changing a
flat tire, jump starting a dead battery or towing a vehicle to a
repair shop.
This summer and always, Allstate remains steadfastly committed
to making U.S. roadways safer.
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Ryan Gooding Allstate Media Relations mediateam@allstate.com
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