The holiday season should be about family, food, and celebration, but for millions of Americans, it also means navigating some of the most dangerous roads of the year. In 2025, more than 81 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during Thanksgiving week, creating unprecedented congestion. Add in distracted drivers, drunk driving, and unpredictable weather, and the risks multiply. What makes this year especially alarming is the data showing spikes in crashes at specific times and places. Here are five terrifying driving trends that every traveler should know before hitting the road.
