Allstate Holiday Driver Report: How to stay safe during winter's most dangerous travel days

Core Insights - The Allstate Holiday Driver Report identifies hazardous winter driving periods and provides data-driven tips and tools for safer driving during the holiday season [1][2] Driving Risks and City Rankings - Allstate's analysis reveals that winter conditions significantly increase driving risks, with cities experiencing dramatic shifts in safety rankings from November to March [3][4] - Madison, Wisconsin, experiences the largest drop in safety ranking, falling 128 spots from 9th to 137th, while several Florida cities also see significant declines [4] Impact of Holiday Traffic - Warm-weather states, particularly Arizona and Florida, see a surge in out-of-state drivers during the holidays, with Phoenix traffic nearly doubling and Orlando increasing by 75% [5][6] - The increase in out-of-state drivers leads to unfamiliar routes and higher crash risks, emphasizing the need for careful planning [7] Peak Risk Behaviors - Risky driving behaviors peak during the holiday season, with phone use increasing by 10% on New Year's Eve, speeding rising by 10% the weekend before Christmas, and hard braking spiking on Christmas Eve [12][8] - December 26 is noted as the busiest day for roadside service events, highlighting the increased likelihood of breakdowns during this period [9] Allstate Mobile App Features - The Allstate mobile app offers tools such as crash detection and safe-driving insights to help drivers navigate winter conditions safely [10][11] - Recommendations for winter preparation include checking batteries, inspecting tires, and packing emergency kits to prevent breakdowns [10]