Allstate's Top 10 Best Drivers Report: Is your city on the list?

Have you ever wondered if your city in the United States is ranked somewhere amongst the top of a best driver’s report? Well, now is your chance to find out, as This “Best Driver’s Report” study ranks the 200 largest cities in the United States as to the frequency of car collisions.

According to the data Allstate auto insurance collects from incoming claim reports, the company is able to identify which cities have the safest drivers. This “Allstate Best Driver’s Report” was initially created to help America advocate for safe driving. In knowing which cities are the least safe, as far as car accidents are concerned, more drivers education in those areas may help increase driver knowledge and care.

Poor drivers need to be educated on the importance of being aware while behind the wheel and in being more patient and tolerant on the roads towards other drivers. It is when people are texting and driving, cutting others off on the road or running red lights that seem to be when most accidents occur. Some accidents may be fender benders, which cause a major inconvenience to all those involved; however, other accidents can cause fatalities, which are insurmountable tragedies.

Fort Collins has best drivers in USA

In 2011, for the second year in a row, the city named as the safest driving city according to Allstate Insurance is Fort Collins, Colorado. The mayor of Fort Collins, Karen Weitkunat recognized her city with this statement as reported by PR Newswire, “For the second year in a row, we've earned the title of the safest driving city in America due to the responsible behavior and safe driving habits of our residents. Safety is a critical component to creating a world-class city; we have our residents to thank as they are undoubtedly the reason Fort Collins is one of the best places to live, work, and play. I'm honored to be a part of a community that is consistently recognized as one of the nation's best."

The cities, according to the "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report™” that rank in the top ten came in this order: Coming in at number one is Fort Collins, Colorado with a 28.6% less likelihood of having a collision compared to the national average. Number two is Boise, Idaho with a 25.5% less likelihood of having a collision compared to the national average. Number three is Lincoln, Nebraska with a 22.7% less likelihood. Number four is Chandler, Arizona with a 20.4% less likelihood of an accident happening compared to the national average. Number five is Huntsville, Alaska with a 18.9% less likelihood. Number six is Knoxville, Tennessee with a 18.3% less likelihood. Number seven is Springfield, Missouri with a 17.9% less likelihood. Number eight is Reno, Nevada with a 16.6% less likelihood of experiencing an accident compared to the national average. Number nine is Eugene, Oregon with a 16.3% less likelihood and finally, number ten is Chattanooga, Tennessee with a 16.3% less likelihood of experiencing an automobile accident compared to the national average.

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