You may think the drivers where you live are the sorriest in the nation, but then you’ve probably never been to Baltimore, MD. The “Charm City” has the dubious distinction of being home to the worst drivers in America. That’s according to the annual Best Driver’s Report just issued by Allstate Insurance.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for vehicular nirvana head for bucolic Brownsville, TX, where you’ll find the most cautious drivers in the country, Motorists there get into crashes only once every 13.6 years, which is 26.3 percent below the national average.
Allstate defines a crash as any auto collision that results in a property damage claim. Rankings are based on claims reported during a two-year period that extended between January 2015 and December 2016.
Among the winners and losers in Allstate’s 2018 report, Miami motorists appear to be the most improved in the U.S., with the city jumping 37 spots on the list up to number 86, with an 8.5-year accident frequency. At the other end of the spectrum, you might want to steer clear of Spokane, WA, which dropped 37 spots in Allstate’s list from 2017’s rankings after already suffering a 12-spot plunge the year before.
Fasten your seat belt and ensure your passengers are likewise buckled up.
Keep your eyes firmly planted on the road ahead, and look out for the unpredictable nature of other traffic, along with pedestrians and bicyclists that may cross your path.
Keep your phone and other devices tucked away to avoid distraction, and never text-message while driving.
Obey all speed limits and plenty of time to arrive at your destination safely.
Leave plenty of distance between your vehicle and traffic ahead.
Keep an emergency roadside safety kit in the trunk with caution signs, flares, and other essentials.
Have a roadside service lined up in case you suffer a breakdown.
Click here for the full Allstate Best Driver’s Report for 2018 and prior years.