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Honolulu Ranks 128th on 2013 "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report"
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Honolulu Ranks 128th on 2013 "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report™"

Ninth Annual Study Reveals Cities with Safest Drivers

News Release from Allstate 08/27/2013 - HONOLULU, HI

Allstate Insurance Company (NYSE: ALL) today released its ninth annual "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report®." The report, based on Allstate claims data, ranks America's 200 largest cities in terms of car collision frequency to identify which cities have the safest drivers.

In the 2013 report, Honolulu ranks as one of the least safe driving cities, landing at number 128 on the list. According to the report, the average driver in Honolulu will experience an auto collision every 8.7 years, which is about 15 percent more likely than the national average.

"We don't want drivers in Honolulu to be discouraged by their ranking. Instead, we want the report to challenge drivers in Honolulu to make positive changes to their driving habits that will in turn make the city a safer place to live, work and raise families," said Shauna McBride, Allstate's Regional Spokesperson.

The Allstate America's Best Drivers Report was created to facilitate an ongoing dialogue on safe driving that saves lives. This year's top honor of "America's Safest Driving City" is Fort Collins, Colorado, the third year the city has held the top spot in the report's nine-year history. According to the report, the average driver in Fort Collins will experience an auto collision every 13.9 years, which is 28.2 percent less likely than the national average of 10 years.

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Where are the Safest Driving Cities in America? The Ninth Annual

"Allstate America's Best Drivers Report®" Reveals New Results

New Allstate research indicates majority of collisions occur at lower speeds

News Release from Allstate 08/27/2013 - NORTHBROOK, Ill.

Allstate Insurance Company today released its ninth annual "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report®." The report, based on Allstate claims data, ranks America's 200 largest citiesi in terms of car collision frequency to identify which cities have the safest drivers.

Infographic: Allstate America's Best Driver's Report®

Source: Allstate Newsroom

This year's top honor of "America's Safest Driving City" is Fort Collins, Colorado, the third time in report history that this city has held the top spot. Fort Collins has placed in the top ten every year since the report's inception. This year, the results indicate the average driver in Fort Collins will experience an auto collision every 13.9 years, which is 28.2 percent less likely than the national average of 10 years.

"Congratulations to Fort Collins for continuing to demonstrate excellence in safe driving," said Mike Roche, senior vice president of claims, Allstate. "Allstate's Best Drivers Report was created to boost awareness about the importance of being safe and attentive behind the wheel, while providing drivers with tips and resources to improve their driving skills."

According to the most recent report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, car crash fatalities increased by more than 1,700 from 2011 to 2012, the first year-to-year increase in fatalities since 2005. While fatalities have increased over the past year, Allstate research found that 70 percent of vehicles involved in auto claims are considered drivable, which indicates that most claims are the result of low speed (under 35 miles per hour) collisions.

"Allstate has found the most frequent collisions happen during minor fender-benders, but it's important to keep in mind that even lower-speed accidents can have serious outcomes," said Roche.

Big-city vs. Small-city Driving
Different levels and types of traffic, noise and activity, as well as varying road conditions and rules, can make big city driving different than driving in smaller cities or more suburban areas. Allstate offers the following tips for driving in both settings. In larger cities:

  • Allow plenty of time to reach your destination. Stop-and-go traffic, gridlock, traffic signal stops, pedestrian walkways and events that create traffic detours can add time to your travel.
  • Know what's happening in the city during the time you're driving. Find out if there are events that may impact traffic, and listen to traffic reports on your car radio. Avoid traffic jams or explore alternative routes, if possible. 
  • Stay alert. Be prepared to frequently stop or slow down for pedestrians, emergency vehicles, delivery trucks, parking cars, taxi cabs, and public transportation vehicles such as city buses.
  • Get directions to where you're going. Review directions carefully in advance. If you get lost mid-trip, safely pull over and wait until you feel calm enough to get back on the road, using that time to get directions, check traffic or call for help.

In smaller cities and suburban areas:

  • Watch the speed limit. Speed limits may be greater than in city traffic, which can lead some drivers to speed up and make roads dangerous.
  • Look out for pedestrians, especially children. While there are typically fewer pedestrians or obstacles than in large metropolitan areas, there are also typically fewer crosswalks, so pedestrians may be less aware of traffic rules such as where and when to cross the street.
  • Know the rules of the road. Suburban streets typically have fewer streetlights and signs, or greater distance between lights and signs. This means darker conditions when driving at night and less opportunity to be reminded of speed limits and other road rules throughout the day. 
  • Keep a safe distance – especially around large vehicles. Large vehicles like semi-trucks are more likely found on suburban roads than in large metro areas. Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and others, and know that truck drivers might have limited visibility. If you attempt to pass a truck, make sure you have plenty of time and space to maneuver safely.

The Report
For the past nine years, Allstate actuaries have conducted an in-depth analysis of company claims data to determine the likelihood drivers in America's 200 largest cities will experience a vehicle collision compared to the national average. Internal property damage reported claims were analyzed over a two-year period (from January 2010 to December 2011) to ensure the findings would not be impacted by external influences such as weather or road construction.

A weighted average of the two-year numbers determined the annual percentages. The report defines an auto crash as any collision resulting in a property damage claim. Allstate's auto policies represent about 10 percent of all U.S. auto policies, making this report a realistic snapshot of what's happening on America's roadways.

For the third time in the report's nine-year history, Fort Collins was revealed as the safest driving city. The top ten cities are:

City & Overall Ranking Collision Likelihood Compared
to National Average
Average Years Between
Collisions
1.   Fort Collins, Colo. 28.2% less likely 13.9
2.   Boise, Idaho 28.0% less likely 13.9
3.   Sioux Falls, S.D. 21.8% less likely 12.8
4.   Brownsville, Texas 21.1% less likely 12.7
5.   Madison, Wis. 20.3% less likely 12.5
6.   Reno, Nev. 20.2% less likely 12.5
7.   Huntsville, Ala. 20.1% less likely 12.5
8.   Visalia, Calif. 18.5% less likely 12.3
9.   Montgomery, Ala. 16.3% less likely 11.9
10. Eugene, Ore. 16.2% less likely 11.9


Additional "Road" Scholars
For the ninth year in a row, motorists in Phoenix topped the list among commuters in American cities with more than one million people. Rankings among these cities:

City & Overall Ranking Collision Likelihood Compared 
to National Average
Average Years Between 
Collisions
71.    Phoenix, Ariz. 2.0% more likely 9.8
127.  San Diego, Calif. 14.6% more likely 8.7
141.  San Antonio, Texas 22.4% more likely 8.2
150.  Chicago, Ill. 25.2% more likely 8.0
151.  Houston, Texas 25.6% more likely 8.0
170.  Dallas, Texas 35.6% more likely 7.4
172.  New York, N.Y. 37.8% more likely 7.3
181.  Los Angeles, Calif. 49.3% more likely 6.7
189.  Philadelphia, Pa. 65.9% more likely 6.0


Cities holding the top spot for their respective city size:

City & Overall Ranking Collision Likelihood 
Compared to National
Average
Average Years 
Between Collisions
Population
64.  Denver & Lakewood, Colo.ii 0.4% less likely 10.0 750,000 – 1 million
20.  Tucson, Ariz. 12.4% less likely 11.4 500,000 – 749,999
11.  Mesa, Ariz. 15.7% less likely 11.9 250,000 – 499,999

To view the complete "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report," or to see previous year's results, log onto www.allstatenewsroom.com.

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