Drivers should follow safe driving practices anytime they sit behind the wheel of a vehicle.

However, there are certain days of the year when safe driving is extra-essential. If you happen to be traveling on these most dangerous days of the year to drive, be sure to use extreme caution.

Saturdays

Week after week, Saturdays tend to be the most dangerous days to drive. With fewer people cooped up at work, more people are likely out and about, enjoying their days off. Weekend travelers may also be inclined to be more carefree on their days off, leading to careless driving habits.

Snow Days

Inclement weather such as snow and ice make safe driving a challenge. It can be easy to lose control of your car due to the hazardous weather, especially if your vehicle isn't in the best shape. When dealing with averse conditions on the road, you can use safe driving practices such as reducing your speed or utilizing four-wheel drive, but it's often advisable to steer clear of traveling on particularly snowy days.

The Holidays

The days just before and after holidays are often deadly days for driving, especially these holidays:

Thanksgiving

During normal years, the night before Thanksgiving is one of the busiest nights for bars due to the influx of people celebrating their extra days off work. Drinking and driving is never an acceptable action, but it's an extreme danger on and around Thanksgiving.

New Year's Eve and Day

New Year's celebrations are usually centered around late nights out and alcohol—a dangerous combination. For this reason, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are times when drivers should be extra-careful and aware of surrounding traffic.

St. Patrick's Day

Another holiday that promotes drinking, St. Patrick's Day is one of the most dangerous days of the year to drive. Opt for public transportation on this holiday or stay clear of roadways altogether on this day.

Memorial Day

When the warm summer weather starts to approach and people venture outside for outdoor parties and barbeques, driving habits can become sloppy. Traffic incidents aren't uncommon on this three-day holiday weekend as people begin to let loose for the summer.

Anytime you get behind the wheel of your vehicle, some risks come along with it. On these days of the year, hitting the road can be even more dangerous. Be careful and stay safe out there.

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