This Midwest City Was Just Named The 7th Worst Place To Drive In The US!
These Midwest drivers spend more time in traffic than just about anyone else in the U.S. – find out where this nightmare is now! 🚗 #TrafficNews #IllinoisNews #ChicagoNews
Springfield, IL – If you thought your daily commute was a drag, think again! Chicago drivers have it worse than most, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. This Illinois city ranked as the 7th worst place to drive in the U.S., and it’s not hard to see why.
🚗 Stuck in Traffic
Imagine this: you’re sitting in your car, inching along at a snail’s pace. The minutes turn into hours, and you start to wonder if you’ll ever make it to your destination. Well, that’s the reality for Chicago drivers, who spend a whopping 155 hours per year stuck in traffic. That’s more than any other city in the study!
⏰ Slow and Steady Loses the Race
Chicago tied with New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Boston for having the slowest average downtown speed at just 11 mph. And if you thought rush hour would be any better, think again. Chicago also tied with Boston for the slowest average rush hour speed at 18 mph. It’s like driving through molasses!
💸 Gas Guzzlers
All that time spent in traffic comes at a cost, and we’re not just talking about your sanity. Chicago drivers spend the highest amount of money on gas due to traffic congestion, shelling out $2,618 annually. That’s enough to make your wallet cry!
⚡ Charging Ahead (Or Not)
If you’re thinking about making the switch to an electric vehicle, you might want to think twice if you live in Chicago. The city ranks as having the 10th fewest electric vehicle charging stations, with only 1.05 per 10,000 city residents. Looks like you’ll be stuck with that gas guzzler for a while longer!
😄 Keep on Truckin’
Despite the traffic woes, Chicago drivers are a resilient bunch. They keep on truckin’, no matter how long it takes them to get where they’re going. So next time you’re stuck in traffic, just remember: you’re not alone. And who knows, maybe you’ll make a new friend while you’re sitting there! Happy (?) travels.
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