Dangerous This Time of Year?
Fall in Colorado is one of the most dangerous seasons for drivers, with low morning sun on the eastern horizon causing more accidents than winter weather.
- Apex Auto Body reports that while hail season generates heavy bodywork, fall is one of their busiest periods for accident-related repairs. The low sun during peak morning drive times is a major factor in collisions.
- Drivers can reduce risk by wearing sunglasses, putting away their smartphones, and using the sun visor. The visor is an effective and often overlooked tool for blocking glare.
- Colorado's shoulder seasons are short, and autumn - though beautiful - brings serious hazards for anyone on the highways. A little awareness can go a long way toward staying safe.
Autumn in Colorado is one of the most dangerous seasons for drivers because the shoulder seasons are short and conditions on highways can change rapidly. Beautiful fall weather can quickly give way to hazardous road conditions, making it a risky time for anyone venturing out on Colorado highways.
The “shoulder seasons” are fairly short here in Colorado. While autumn can be some of the most beautiful times, it is also one of the most dangerous for drivers venturing out on our highways.
Speaking with our friends at Apex Auto Body, they said that hail season creates a lot of bodywork for cars, but fall is one of the busiest for accidents. The way the sun is low on the eastern horizon right at the peak morning drive times causes more accidents than winter weather.
Grab your sunglasses, stow the smartphone and flip down the visor. That flappy thing with the mirror above your head is actually pretty darn good at blocking the sun! A little awareness can go a long way to safety.