Travel experts predict a surge in road trips for the holidays, with 93% of Texas travelers opting for cars over planes. INRIX highlights peak traffic congestion times and offers safety tips for longer drives.
Experts say travelers, especially families with young children, prefer the flexibility and the lower cost of road trips versus flying. Approximately 9.1 million people in Texas will travel 50 miles or more from home between December 21 and January 1, according to INRIX, a provider of transportation data and insights. Out of that number, 93% will likely travel by car.
Travel experts said many travelers, particularly families with young children, prefer the flexibility and lower cost that road trips provide. INRIX said the worst traffic delays typically happen the weekends before Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Congestion is usually minimal on the actual holidays. Peak congestion will likely happen between Lafayette, Louisiana to Houston via I-10 west on December 27 around 5:45 p.m., increasing by 53% compared to typical commute days. As far as gas, the statewide average in Texas is about the same as last year. Typically, the demand for gas decreases in December when the weather gets colder, more people work remotely, and shoppers buy their gifts online instead of in person. For those who will be driving long hours, AAA recommends the following tips to keep everyone safe on the roads: Follow the speed limit. Driving 80 mph instead of 75 over a 100-mile trip only saves 5 minutes and not worth the risk. Drive only when alert and refreshed: Operating a car on only 4 to 5 hours of sleep can be as dangerous as driving with a 0.08 BAC (legal intoxication). When you drive on 4 or less hours of sleep, the risk doubles. Take breaks: A good rule of thumb is stopping every two hours or 100 miles. Use these breaks to switch drivers or park at a safe location to nap for a recharge
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