Buckle Up! Las Vegas One Of The Top 5 Deadliest Rush Hours
It’s scary but true, Las Vegas is home to one of the top five deadliest rush hours in America. However, that ranking is not based on total number of fatal accidents during rush hour. Instead, it’s based on the percentage of fatal accidents during rush hours as compared to the total number of deadly accidents.
The Deadliest Rush Hours In America: Las Vegas In The Top 5
New research provided by the legal team at The Barber Law Firm shows that nearly 30% of the fatal traffic accidents in Las Vegas occurred during rush hour. The data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) covering the years from 2018 to 2022.
Sadly, there were 202 traffic fatalities during those years here in Southern Nevada. Specifically, 59 of those occurred during rush hour. Although you may drive to or from work during different hours, The Barber Law Firm study considers morning rush hour from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., and evening rush hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Although Las Vegas ranks fifth in the nation for deadliest rush hours, Winston-Salem, North Carolina takes the dubious top spot in this research study. In fact, 30.51% of their fatal accidents happened during morning and evening rush hours.
Rounding out the top five major U.S. cities with the deadliest rush hours are Phoenix in second (29.91%). Kansas City, Kansas in third (29.70%), Mobile, Alabama in fourth place (29.37%), and Las Vegas in fifth (29.21%).
It’s shocking to note that the city in sixth place has a tremendously high number of traffic accidents. According to this study, Tucson, Arizona had a total of 521 fatal accidents between 2018 and 2022. Furthermore, 152 of those happened during morning and evening rush hours. That is one dangerous city in which to drive at any time of the day or night.
The Safest Rush Hours In America
If you’re driving during rush hour in Cleveland, Ohio, you’re operating your vehicle on some of the safest roads. Although there were 269 total traffic fatalities between 2018 and 2022 in that city, only 38 occurred during rush hour (14.13%).
Other cities determined to have relatively safe rush hour traffic include Amarillo, Texas in second (14.95%), Orlando, Florida in third (14.98%), Arlington, Texas ranking fourth (15.43%), and Santa Ana, California in fifth place (15.53%).
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15 Gifts for the Car Dad in Your Life
Portable Tire Pump
This portable tire inflator is perfect for the dad that loves the road. 12V DC air pump is compact enough to fit in your car or even attach to your bike and even comes with a case to keep it all together.
Car Vacuum Cleaner
What car dad doesn’t appreciate a spotless ride? This hand-held car vacuum cleaner comes with a 16-foot cord and the all the attachments essential for the perfect detail job
Cleaning Putty
There’s nothing more frustrating than having your car detailed and then noticing all the dust and grime in the cracks and crevices. This cleaning putty takes care of it all. It’s like magic!
Funny Car T-Shirt
Does your Car Dad have a great sense of humor? Whether he’s into hot rods or hooptie rides this punny t-shirt is classic (not old).
Swinging Duck
Jeep Dad? This is perfect. You know the Jeep wave, but do you know about ducking? It’s when one Jeep owner leaves a little rubber ducky on the Jeep of another Jeep owner. It’s kind of like a secret little code that says, “Hey, Jeep owners are cool.” Let this little rubber ducky swing from your Jeep Dad’s rearview mirror and he’ll let everyone know just how cool he is.
Tire Mug
Imagine your Car Dad sipping his coffee (or other beverage of choice) from this awesome tire mug! Or he can use it as a pen holder. Either way, he knows you “get” him.
Car Organizer
If your dad is a Car Dad then he’s probably meticulous about his car. This car organizer is the perfect fit for his favorite ride to help keep it tidy
Can/Bottle Koozie
If your Car Dad is anything like mine, he’s got a tool in one hand and a beverage in the other. Check out this 4-in-1 cooler perfect for beer, soda, water, etc.
Handy-Dandy Tool
Every Car Dad can use a tool like this. It’s a flashlight AND a powerful magnet to help you see what you didn’t know you lost!
Personalized Pet Plate
Looking to push your Car Dad’s ride to the next level? A personalized license plate is exactly what you need – especially if Car Dad is also a Pet Dad.
Baby Onesie
There’s nothing cuter than a Car Dad working in the garage with his little bean. This onesie is THE. SWEETEST!!!
Blaster Nozzle
I’m a Jeep Mom and I love washing my Jeep. I get that from my Car Dad who loved washing his car. This blaster makes it easier and more fun!
ArmorAll Car Cleaning Set
Your Car Dad will really appreciate this pack of everything he needs to make his baby sparkle!
Drying Towel
Don’t you hate it when you spend the afternoon washing the car, only to drive it again and it’s covered with water spots? No more! This microfiber towel won’t scratch, but will wipe that water away!
Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create? Drop us a line at [email protected].
Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC. Follow us: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram