Summer Driving Safety Tips in Texas: How to Avoid Car Accidents After School Lets Out
By Jordan Hernandez, Conroe Personal Injury Lawyer – Hernandez Law Firm
As schools across Texas let out for the summer, our highways and local streets grow busier with teen drivers, vacationers, and families heading to fun destinations. Unfortunately, this spike in traffic coincides with a rise in serious car accidents, especially involving young and inexperienced drivers.
I’m Jordan Hernandez, a personal injury attorney in Conroe, Texas, and I’ve helped many accident victims recover from devastating crashes. Below are key summer driving safety tips—backed by real statistics—to help you stay safe this season.
🚗 Car Crash Statistics in Texas (2023)
As a Conroe personal injury attorney we are constantly reminded about the terrible statistcs regarding car accidents in Texas.
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4,263 traffic fatalities occurred in Texas in 2023
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A reportable crash happened every 57 seconds in the state
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Drivers aged 16–24 were involved in over 383,000 crashes
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Teen drivers are 3x more likely to be in fatal crashes compared to adults
👉 CDC Teen Driver Facts
🛑 1. Watch for Teen and Inexperienced Drivers
School’s out, and many new drivers are hitting the road—often without an adult present. Their lack of experience increases the risk of crashes, especially in neighborhoods and intersections.
⚠️ 2. Respect School Zones and Residential Speed Limits
Summer doesn’t mean empty schools. Many campuses run camps or summer classes. Plus, children play outside more during longer daylight hours.
Always obey posted speed limits—even if a school seems unoccupied.
📵 3. Avoid Distracted Driving
In 2023, distracted driving caused 484 fatalities in Texas alone.
Set your GPS, silence notifications, and avoid eating or adjusting the radio while driving.
🛣️ 4. Plan Around Heavy Vacation Traffic
Holiday weekends like Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day are notorious for crashes due to speeding and fatigue.
Use apps like Waze or Google Maps to find lower-traffic routes and safer departure times.
🚫 5. Never Drive Under the Influence
DUI-related crashes killed over 1,160 Texans in 2023.
Make a plan before attending summer parties. Use Uber, Lyft, or designate a sober driver.
🔧 6. Perform a Vehicle Safety Check Before Road Trips
Texas heat can put stress on your car. Before hitting the road:
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Check tire pressure
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Top off fluids
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Inspect brakes and lights
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Make sure your AC works
🚨 Injured in a Summer Car Accident? Call Hernandez Law Firm
If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident in Texas, don’t wait to seek help. Insurance companies may try to undervalue your claim—but we won’t.
We fight for:
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Medical bills
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Lost wages
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Pain and suffering
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Property damage
