A new report from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers revealed that the month of October is the most dangerous month for driving in Texas.
After collecting and analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding fatal traffic accidents over the past five years, Bader Scott discovered that October was not only a spooky month for trick-or-treaters, but a downright frightening time for Texans behind the wheel.
According to the study, deadly vehicular incidents shot up by 1.2% during the month of October in Texas and every other state in the U.S.
In addition to finding the worst month for Texas drivers to travel during, the report also discovered the most dangerous day and time to operate a motor vehicle. According to Bader Scott, the riskiest day for Texas motorists is Saturday, while the most treacherous hour falls between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m.
In general, the worst time to drive overall in the Lone Star State was found to be in the evening, with 6-7 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. being the second and third-most perilous hours to be on the road.
On the flip side, Texas drivers can take solace in knowing that the safest hours to hit the road are between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m., with Tuesday being the least dangerous day and the month of February yielding the lowest amount of traffic collisions.
“Safety on the road should always be your top priority, and although you can’t prevent an accident from happening, you can take steps to ensure that you’re being vigilant to reduce the likelihood and keep your fellow drivers safe at all times,” said Seth Bader, law expert at Bader Scott.
Amidst its findings, Bader Scott offered a number of tips to help motorists stay safe while driving, including paying attention to the road and avoiding distractions; maintaining a safe following distance; observing speed limits; adjusting to weather conditions; along with minimizing lane changes.
