U.S. Traffic Deaths Fell After Coronavirus Lockdown, But Drivers Got Riskier

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U.S. traffic deaths fell during the coronavirus lockdowns but drivers engaged in riskier behavior as the fatality rate spiked to its highest level in 15 years, according to preliminary data released Thursday. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported the fatality rate jumped to 1.42 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled in the… Continue reading U.S. Traffic Deaths Fell After Coronavirus Lockdown, But Drivers Got Riskier