What Causes Most Rear-End Accidents in St. Louis?
Rear-end crashes are the most frequently occurring type of collision, accounting for about 29% of all crashes and resulting in a substantial number of injuries and fatalities each year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 87% of all rear-end collisions are caused by distracted driving. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 3,142 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2019.