The Deadliest Days to Drive

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has compiled the deadliest days and times to be on the road. Before showing off your new car, you might want to consider these days and times first:

Deadliest Days of the Week To Drive

   1. Saturday
   2. Sunday
   3. Friday
   4. Thursday
   5. Monday
   6. Wednesday
   7. Tuesday

Deadliest Times of the Day to Drive

   1. 3 p.m.-6 p.m.
   2. 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
   3. 9 p.m.-midnight
   4. noon-3 p.m.
   5. midnight-3 a.m.
   6. 6 a.m.-9 a.m.
   7. 9 a.m.-noon
   8. 3 a.m.-6 a.m.

Four Deadliest Days on Roadways

   1. July 4
   2. July 3
   3. December 23
   4. December 24

Three Deadliest Days for Pedestrians

   1. December 23
   2. January 1
   3. October 31

This data gathered by the NHTSA coincide with that of various insurance industry insiders. Of course, this doesn't mean you should stay at home during these days. It's safer on other times, sure, but some safe driving and common sense theoretically should keep you safe at all times. It's difficult to dictate when you are going to drive, so just try to decrease the chances of getting into an accident. Stay away from distractions like cell phones and keep your eyes on the road. If you need to change the channel on the radio or grab a little bite, do it while not moving. These may sound like no-brainers, but that's why it's called common sense.
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