Guide Note

An estimated 6 million car accidents occur annually in the United States alone.¹ In order, the top three reasons behind car crashes in the U.S. are: Distracted drivers, drowsy drivers and drunk drivers.²

Fast Facts

1. 115 people are killed every day in car accidents in the United States³
2. On average, someone dies in a car crash every 13 minutes in the U.S.³
3. Annual US car accident dollar damages: About $230 billion³
4. In 2006, 38,588 fatal car crashes occurred in the United States¹
5. Of the 6.1 million car accidents reported in the U.S. in 2005, less than 1% resulted in fatalities¹
6. The deadliest interstate in the U.S. is Interstate 15, from the Nevada border to Southern California⁴
7. Approximately 35 people are arrested for drunk driving on the I-5 near San Diego, America's "drunkest" interstate⁴
8. 80% of car crashes occur within 3 seconds of the driver having been distracted⁵
9. About 22% of car accidents occur when drivers are tired⁵
10. According to a World Health Organization and World Bank report, the number of fatal car crashes is expected to increase by 65% by the year 2020²

1. Constantly scan the road ahead
2. Be aware of your blind spots and those of other drivers
3. Ensure that your car is well maintained
4. Avoid driving at night
5. Maintain control of the wheel by using both hands⁶