As we get ready to travel for the Labor Day weekend, here is something that we all should keep in mind. When it comes to driving, you probably think that the dangerous driving moves are the tricky ones.
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But the truth is, just driving in a straight line is the most deadly. A new report shows that over 60% of fatal car crashes in the U.S. happen while someone is just going straight down the road.
Curves and Left Turns Are Also Risky
The second most dangerous move is driving around a curve or bend. That kind of driving causes nearly 19% of deadly crashes. The third most dangerous is turning left, with about 8% of the fatal crashes.
Other Dangerous Moves on the Road
Passing another car, changing lanes, or stopping suddenly in the road also cause deadly crashes,