What Are the 100 Deadliest Days?
Every year, a chilling trend reemerges on the roads: the 100 Deadliest Days. This period runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and it's named for a reason. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen crash rates spike dramatically during these summer months, making it the most dangerous time of year to be on the road—especially for young drivers.
So why the surge in deadly accidents?
Summer brings freedom, vacations, and a break from school—but it also means more inexperienced teen drivers on the road. Without the structure of school days, teens are driving more often, at different hours, and sometimes with multiple passengers—an incredibly risky combination. Distractions, speeding, nighttime driving, and lack of seatbelt use are leading contributors to these tragic crashes.
But it’s not just teen drivers at risk. Everyone is more vulnerable during the 100 Deadliest Days. With more vehicles on the road for road trips, weekend getaways, and late-night cruises, traffic volumes skyrocket—and with them, the chances of collisions.
What can you do?
- Talk to your teens. Set rules, limits, and consequences for unsafe driving behavior.
- Lead by example. Buckle up, put the phone down, and follow speed limits.
- Limit nighttime driving. Most teen crashes happen after dark.
- Keep distractions in check. That means no texting, eating, or group selfies behind the wheel.
At Ken’s Muffler and Automotive, we care about your safety—especially during this critical time. Let’s keep our roads safe this summer, one smart choice at a time.
And remember: a well-maintained vehicle is a safer vehicle. If you’re hitting the road this summer, stop in for a quick safety check. We’ll get you road-ready—so you can enjoy summer without becoming a statistic.