The newly released 2023 American Driving Survey conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety highlights a shift in how people in the United States drive after the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey reveals that overall driving patterns have stabilized after pandemic disruptions.
Highlights from the 2023 American Driving Survey include:
- The percentage of Americans who drove at least occasionally remained steady at 95.3% compared to 2022.
- Driving trips averaged slightly less than 2.5 per day, with a duration of just over an hour and nearly 30 miles.
- Most driving trips in 2023 were undertaken to run errands (31.1%) while commuting to and from work comprised 22.5% of driving trips.
- Projecting nationwide, drivers made 229 billion driving trips and spent 95 billion hours driving, totaling 2.7 trillion miles in 2023
Safety Concerns with Older Vehicles:
The increased use of newer vehicles for longer trips is positive as they typically come equipped with advanced safety features. However, the survey raises concerns as 40% of trips involve vehicles older than ten years. These vehicles often lack modern safety features and if they are in poor mechanical condition, could potentially contribute to a higher risk of crashes.
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