A recent study conducted by Lending Tree has brought to light some alarming statistics regarding driving behavior in North Carolina and South Carolina. The study, which analyzed a vast array of driving-related data, including incidents, accidents, speeding, and non-speed related citations, reveals a concerning picture of road safety in these states.
In the realm of driving incidents, North Carolina ranks as the fifth-worst state with 32.44 incidents per 1,000 drivers. This is further compounded by the state’s high rate of driving accidents, standing at 20.82 per 1,000 drivers and also fifth-worst in the country. Additionally, North Carolina ranks 17th in speeding-related incidents with 3.46 per 1,000 drivers, and 18th in non-speed related ticket incidents at 7.87 per 1,000 drivers.
South Carolina, on the other hand, while ranking eighth in driving incidents with 29.12 per 1,000 drivers, also shows significant numbers in other areas. The state records 19.71 driving accidents per 1,000 drivers and ranks 28th in speeding-related incidents with 2.86 per 1,000 drivers. Notably, South Carolina stands 9th in non-speed related ticket incidents, with a rate of 9.14 per 1,000 drivers.
The comprehensive nature of the study, which involved analyzing insurance quotes from October 26, 2022, to October 26, 2023, allowed for a detailed understanding of the driving behaviors in these states. The methodology included an analysis of various categories such as accidents, DUIs, speeding-related incidents, and citations, all calculated per 1,000 drivers in each state.
In terms of DUI rates, North Carolina’s figure stands at a worrying 3.22 per 1,000 drivers, the second highest in the nation. In comparison, South Carolina records a lower DUI rate of 1.15 per 1,000 drivers, the 27th ranked state.
The citation categories under consideration in the study were broad, covering a range of violations including carelessness, reckless driving, improper lane usage, lack of insurance or valid license, failure to yield, and more.
These statistics from the Lending Tree study paint a stark picture of the driving landscape in North Carolina and South Carolina. The high rates of driving incidents, accidents, speeding-related incidents, and non-speed related citations highlight the urgent need for both states to take decisive action in improving road safety, enforcing stricter traffic laws, and promoting better driving habits among residents.
The full results of the study are available at https://www.lendingtree.com/insurance/best-worst-drivers-study/
