Drunk driving remains a common and deadly problem on U.S. roadways. In fact, Mothers Against Drunk Driving estimates that intoxicated drivers injure more than 800 individuals every single day. Even if you have never had to contend with a drunk driving accident before, you eventually may run out of luck.
It may surprise you to know that some vehicles attract those who have a propensity to drive under the influence of alcohol. Insurify has put together a list of vehicles with drivers that have more DUI arrests than the national average.
Pickup truck drivers
On Insurify’s list, pickup trucks take up six of the top 10 spots. On average, drivers of Dodge Ram 2500 trucks by far have more DUI arrests than drivers of other vehicles, though. This is particularly alarming, as Ram 2500 trucks may weigh as much as 7,500 pounds. This makes them significantly larger and heavier than many other vehicles on the road today.
The importance of a medical evaluation
If you drive a smaller vehicle, a collision with a heavy pickup truck may leave you with grave injuries. Remember, you may not realize you have suffered one until hours after the accident. Therefore, it is critical to go to the hospital for a full workup after having a collision with a drunk driver. This is true even if the driver asks you to do something else.
Even though drunk drivers may be more likely to be in certain types of vehicles, these drivers may be in any model of car, truck or SUV. Ultimately, regardless of the style of vehicle that collides with you, you may be eligible for substantial financial compensation for your catastrophic injuries.
