The Shocking Truth About Car Crashes: Statistics and Prevention Tips

 

Introduction

Car crashes are a major problem, and they can happen to anyone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 35,000 people die from car crashes each year in the U.S., while over 100,000 Americans suffer non-fatal injuries as a result of auto accidents. That's why it's important that we educate ourselves about what causes these deadly incidents and how we can prevent them from happening in our own lives and communities.

Car crashes are a leading cause of death in the U.S.

Car crashes are a leading cause of death in the U.S., resulting in more than 100 deaths each day. In fact, car crashes are the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 5 and 34, as well as the second leading cause for those between 25 and 34.

For example:

• If you're between 5-34 years old, you have a 1 in 4 chance (25%) of dying from a car crash during your lifetime
• If you're between 15-24 years old, you have about 1 chance out 3 (33%) that your life will end because of a vehicle accident

More than 35,000 people die from car crashes each year in the U.S. alone

Car crashes are one of the leading causes of death. In fact, more than 35,000 people die from car crashes each year in the U.S. alone--more than any other cause except for cancer and heart disease. Worldwide, more than 1 million people die every year due to car accidents; this translates into about 25% of all deaths globally (a number that's risen over time). In comparison with other nations' mortality rates from various causes (like cancer or heart disease), car accidents make up a surprisingly large percentage: they account for roughly 5% of all fatalities in Western Europe but nearly 20% in North America!

Injuries from car crashes cost American businesses an estimated $277 billion each year.

According to the National Safety Council, injuries from car crashes cost American businesses an estimated $277 billion each year. That includes:

• The cost of injuries: $168 billion
• The cost of fatalities: $37 billion
• Property damage and lost productivity: $50 billion (this includes medical care)

In addition to these expenses, there are other hidden costs associated with accidents that can be difficult to track but add up quickly. These include insurance premiums as well as lawsuits filed against drivers and/or their employers. Finally, police officers who investigate accidents also have their own expenses related to investigating them--and they usually aren't paid by the state governments they work for!

Young people are in most danger when it comes to car crashes.

Young people are in most danger when it comes to car crashes.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), young people aged 15-19 account for about 13% of all drivers but represent almost 30% of all fatalities. In addition, teens make up about 1/3rd of all pedestrian deaths as well, which is why it's so important that parents teach their children safe driving habits at an early age.

More than half of those killed in car crashes are not wearing seat belts or helmets at the time of the crash.

You've probably heard that seat belts and helmets are a good idea, but have you ever wondered why?

Well, the statistics are pretty shocking: more than half of those killed in car crashes are not wearing seat belts or helmets at the time of the crash! That's right--your chances of surviving an accident increase dramatically if you're buckled up and protected with a helmet. But what about motorcycle riders? Do they need to wear helmets as well? Well...it depends. Helmets are required for some types of motorcycle riding (like dirt bikes), but not all types; some states require riders over 18 years old to wear them regardless of what kind of bike they're on or where they're going (like California).

There are more than 7 million injuries and 100,000 deaths related to car crashes each year in the U.S., according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates.

The number of injuries and deaths related to car crashes is rising. In 2016 alone, there were more than 7 million injuries and 100,000 deaths related to motor vehicle accidents in the United States.

The majority of these injuries happen when an occupant's head hits something in or outside of their vehicle (like a tree or another car). The second most common cause of injury is from internal organ damage due to blunt force trauma from impact with hard structures inside or outside the vehicle.

The most common types of death include:

• Head/neck injury--these account for about 60 percent of all fatalities;
• Spinal cord injury--accounting for about 20 percent;
• Bleeding into abdomen--accounting for 10 percent;
• Ruptured blood vessels within abdomen (hemorrhage)--accounting for 7 percent;

Distracted driving is responsible for over 10 percent of all fatal accidents and 20 percent of all injury accidents on U.S roadways each year, according to NHTSA data from 2016-2017 (the latest available).

Distracted driving is a serious problem. Distracted driving can cause accidents, injuries and death. A common example of distracted driving is talking on your cell phone while you're behind the wheel. But there are many other types of distractions that can take your attention away from the road:

• Texting
• Eating or drinking
• Grooming yourself (e.g., applying makeup)
• Using an electronic device like a tablet computer or smartphone

Car crashes are a major problem.

Car crashes are a major problem in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car crashes are the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 5 and 34, claiming more than 35,000 lives every year. Injuries from car accidents cost American businesses an estimated $277 billion each year--that's more than twice what we spend on cancer treatment!

Conclusion

Car crashes are a major problem. They're responsible for thousands of deaths every year and millions more injuries. If you want to avoid being one of those statistics, then it's important that you know what causes car accidents and how they happen so that you can avoid them in the future.