Chicago DUI lawyer comments on 6th ranking Chicago as safe driver haven

This Chicago DUI lawyer finds the Allstate safe driver's study pretty, pretty, pretty good to borrow from Larry David.

Amongst all cities across the country with populations of one million or more Chicago ranks 6th in the number of safe drivers according to Allstate Insurance, it's overall rank is 170. Yes, New York City is numbe three amongst cities with large populations, but practically no one in New York City has a car. No I don't think Chicago got credit because Alstate's headquarters are in Chicagoland's Northbrook, Il.

July 8, Northbrook, IL

The Top Ten
Drivers from Sioux Falls, S.D. maintained their status as the safest driving city in this year's report for the fourth consecutive year. However, two new cities championed their way into the top ten, Eugene, Ore. and Boise, Idaho.

City & Overall Ranking	Collision Likelihood Compared to National Average	Average Years Between Collisions
1. Sioux Falls, S.D.	-26.1% less likely	13.5
2. Fort Collins, Colo.	-24.6% less likely	13.3
3. Chattanooga, Tenn.	-21.4% less likely	12.7
4. Cedar Rapids, Iowa	-20.7% less likely	12.6
5. Knoxville, Tenn.	-19.0% less likely	12.3
6. Fort Wayne, Ind.	-18.4% less likely	12.2
7. Lexington-Fayette, Ky.	-17.7% less likely	12.1
8. Eugene, Ore.	-16.3% less likely	11.9
9. Boise, Idaho	-15.4% less likely	11.8
10. Colorado Springs, Colo.	-15.0% less likely	11.8

Additional "Road" Scholars
Drivers in U.S. cities with populations of one million-plus are more likely than the national average to experience a collision. Motorists in Phoenix topped the list in this category making them the safest big city commuters.

Cities with More Than One Million Residents…

City & Overall Ranking	Collision Likelihood Compared to National Average	Average Years Between Collisions
95. Phoenix, Ariz.	8.8% more likely	9.2
108. San Diego, Calif.	13.0% more likely	8.8
145. New York, N.Y.	25.5% more likely	8.0
161. Houston, Texas	32.0% more likely	7.6
168. San Antonio, Texas	36.3% more likely	7.3
170. Chicago, Ill.	37.6% more likely	7.3
173. Dallas, Texas	39.5% more likely	7.2
184. Los Angeles, Calif.	46.6% more likely	6.8
188. Philadelphia, Pa.	57.1% more likely	6.4

What's interesting is what is missing in the Allstate study highlights. They do mention ways to avoid accidents and ironically, there is no mention of curbing alcohol consumption.

From the Allstate Report

Allstate offers the following safe driving tips drivers should consider:

• Minimize distractions - Engaging in any other activity while driving - talking on your cell phone, text messaging, changing a radio station, putting on makeup - is a distraction.


• Be aware of road conditions - Ice, snow, fog, rain - all of these weather conditions require extra caution and slower speeds.


• Leave a safe distance between your car and others around you - Maintain at least one car length space between your car and the vehicle in front of you for every 10 miles per hour of speed.


• Steer clear of road rage - Reduce stress on the road by allowing plenty of time for travel, planning your route in advance, and altering your schedule or route to avoid congested roads. Remember not to challenge aggressive drivers and stay as far away from them as possible.


• Maintenance matters - Ultimately, safety also depends on the maintenance of one's car. Ensure that car brakes, exhaust system, tires, lights, battery, and hoses are in good working order.

Hmmm, I guess they didn't get the memo from MADD.