One of the deadliest things you can do behind the wheel is speed. Speeding is a factor in a large number of Connecticut auto accidents and if you are speeding you are more likely to total your car and experience severe injury.
There is a tremendous amount of research that has been done around excessive speeding and how dangerous it can be for you when you are driving. The fact of the matter is that it is a cause in many major injuries and deaths. Let’s take a look at some statistics that will hopefully shock you into obeying the speed limit when you are on the road, even if you are on the road by yourself.
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33% of all fatal crashes in the United States involve excessive speeding according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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13,000 deaths each year are attributed to accidents involving speeding vehicles
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Speeding is the 3rd leading cause of car accidents in the U.S.
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40,000 people per year are critically injured in accidents involving speeding vehicles
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The impact of a car crash DOUBLES with every 10 MPH over 50 MPH that a car is traveling
The numbers are staggering and are enough to shock most into slowing down when driving on Connecticut’s roads. Excessive speed has increased during COVID-19 and according to a recent study done by the National Safety Council (NSC) the number of people who have reported speeding since the start of the pandemic has increased by 11%.
It is important that we spread the word about the facts on excessive speeding so we can help our friends and neighbors avoid a Connecticut auto accident. If we all slow down we will safely get to our destination.
Even if you begin to follow the posted speed limit signs, there are others on the road who won’t and you should always remain vigilant. After an accident involving speeding you may need someone to review your case. Contact our office and one of our experienced attorneys will help you look out for your long-term interests.
