There are definitive steps today’s drivers can take to stay safe on the roads.
Avoiding distractions such as eating or grooming behind the wheel and driving within the posted speed limit are two such steps that go a long way toward deterring auto accidents.
But there also are factors that individual drivers may not be able to control, such as the conditions of the roads in their area or access to auto-repair shops.
WalletHub recently surveyed the elements that can make each U.S. state either a good place or a bad place to drive. The consumer-finance and education website ranked each state for ease of auto ownership, traffic and congestion, safety and ease of vehicle maintenance.
The slideshow above illustrates the worst states in the U.S. to drive in 2025, according to WalletHub.
“Owning a car can really squeeze your wallet if you’re not in the right location,” says WalletHub Analyst Chip Lupo. “The best states to drive in are ones that are relatively rural, with smaller populations, a low cost of living, well-maintained roads and safe motorists.”
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