How The Pandemic Altered Driving Behaviors In The USA
This white paper examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on traffic patterns and driver safety in the five most populous U.S. states between 2019 and 2023.
Methodology
By analyzing crash and fatality data from authoritative sources such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Census Bureau, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Insurance Information Institute, we identified the key driving changes in question, including peak danger periods for drivers, changes to annual mileage figures, and the age groups most at risk.
Objective
The ultimate objective of the research is to provide insights into how the pandemic has reshaped roads in the United States, to consider the implications for future transportation planning and educational focus, and to aid pre-emptive preparation regarding any future similar outbreaks.
