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Allstate Best Drivers Report names Bridgeport, New Haven among U.S. collision hot spots

August 27, 2013 1:00 pm • Last Updated: August 27, 2013 1:12 pm

By Lee Howard
Business Editor

l.howard@theday.com

Watch out if you’re driving through Bridgeport or New Haven.

According to the “Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report” released today, Bridgeport and New Haven rank 11th and 12th worst in the country for reported collisions among the largest 200 cities in the United States. The report is based on Allstate Insurance Co. claims data.

The average driver in Bridgeport, which slid seven spots in the ratings this year, will experience an auto collision every 6.7 years. New Haven dropped eight spots from last year.

“America’s Safest Driving City” is Fort Collins, Colo. To view the report or see previous results, visit www.allstatenewsroom.com.

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