The 100 Deadliest Days of Summer refers to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day in the United States, during which there is a significant spike in fatal car crashes, especially involving teen drivers. This timeframe is considered the most dangerous for young drivers due to several factors:
- School is out: Teens spend more time on the road, often with less supervision and more opportunities for risky behavior.
- Inexperience: Teen drivers are nearly three times as likely to be involved in a fatal crash compared to older drivers.
- Distracted driving: Activities like using phones, having multiple passengers, and other distractions contribute to about 60% of teen crashes.
- Speeding and impaired driving: Speeding and driving under the influence are more common during this period, further increasing risk.
- Increased travel: More people are on the road for vacations and social events, leading to busier highways and more potential for crashes.
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Statistics show that although these 100 days make up only about 27% of the year, they account for more than a third of all fatal traffic crashes in some states. The risk is especially high around major holidays like the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend
The “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” is a critical road safety period from Memorial Day to Labor Day, marked by a sharp increase in fatal crashes—particularly among teens—due to inexperience, distractions, impaired driving, and increased summer travel
Load-to-Truck Ratio
Last week, the flatbed load-to-truck ratio increased by 14% to 24.83. This surge was a result of a 14% rise in flatbed load post volume and a 12% decrease in carrier equipment posts.
Note: To provide a clearer view of seasonal trends, the pandemic-influenced years of 2020, 2021, and 2022 have been excluded.
Spot rates
For the second consecutive week, the national average flatbed spot rate, excluding fuel, remained unchanged at $2.06 per mile. This rate is currently $0.08 per mile higher than in the same week of 2024 and $0.07 per mile higher than in 2023.
Note: To provide a clearer view of seasonal trends, the pandemic-influenced years of 2020, 2021, and 2022 have been excluded.
