For 76% of American motorists, getting into an accident with a drunk driver leaving a party is the roadway hazard they are most worried about during the holiday season, according to a study by Forbes Advisor.

Overall, 54% of U.S. drivers are worried about getting into an auto accident during the holidays. Next to drunk drivers, other major holiday road worries include distracted driving, ice and snow on the road, aggressive and reckless drivers and drowsy motorists.

Unsurprisingly, New Year's Eve is the day drivers worry the most about drunk drivers, while 17% say they worry most about drunk drivers on Christmas, Kwanzaa and Hanukkah.

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Steve Hallo

Steve Hallo is managing editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. He can be reached at [email protected]