Summer is about to end if you have any traveling plans avoid these highways

I have to admit there’s nothing like taking a vacation during the summer. After a long day, windows roll down air just right. The day has finally came the anticipation is over.

However if you plan on taking these five highways you may want to go the other way. Everyone loves a good road trip when you can make it there safe.

Here are the worse highways to take on vacation or basically anytime if you are not good at driving in traffic.

5. Highway 101 (US-101): West Coast Traffic WoesHighway 101 along the West Coast experiences over 1,200 crashes annually, with a substantial portion resulting in injuries and fatalities, especially in urban areas, according to IIHS statistics.

4. Route 1 (US-1): Iconic Yet HazardousRoute 1, known for its scenic views along the East Coast, has an average of 900 fatal accidents and 1,000 deaths each year, primarily due to heavy traffic and urban congestion, as reported by NHTSA.

3. Interstate 95: This major East Coast artery is known for heavy traffic and long stretches, leading to numerous accidents.

2. I-75: Running from Florida to Michigan, I-75 experiences significant congestion, particularly in urban areas. It recorded 246 deaths in 2020, with a risk score of 90.86.

1. I-40: Spanning from California to North Carolina, I-40 had 253 fatalities in 2019. A segment in Arizona’s Coconino County is particularly dangerous, with 9 fatalities.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported over 5 million police-reported car accidents in 2020, according to ValuePenguin. 

In a typical year, there are over 6 million police-reported car accidents in the United States. This number fluctuates but generally falls within the 5 to 6 million range annually.

These accidents can range from minor fender-benders to serious collisions resulting in injuries or fatalities.