MORE car crashes occur on a Friday than any other day of the week, while Saturday is the worst for fatal collisions, according to data recently obtained by RAA Insurance.
Crashes on a Friday have accounted for 17pc of all collisions since 2005, the highest proportion of any day of the week and casualty crashes were also most common on a Friday, accounting for 16pc of all collisions resulting in injury to passengers and drivers.
RAA Insurance spokesman Shaun Ryan is urging drivers to show patience to avoid their week ending in a crash.
“We can often be tired by the end of the week and looking to wind down, however driving demands our full concentration,” he said.
“On Friday there will be lots of cars on the road so leave plenty of time to get where you are going and don’t speed in order to arrive safely.”
Saturdays have been reported as the worst day of the week for fatal crashes, with a total of 18pc of deadly collisions between 2001 and 2016.
However, the time distribution of fatal crashes on a Saturday show a quarter occurred between midnight and 5am and could be associated with activities that began on Friday night.
Mr Ryan warned that “as much as we want to make the most of our weekends, it is important that we do it safely”.
“People driving home from a night out and possibly tired from the night’s activities and a long week at work may increase their speed on quieter roads,” he said.
“People may not necessarily be in the best condition to drive and this can lead to tragic circumstances.”
Mr Ryan reminded motorists that driving when tired could affect concentration, reactions and decision making.
“Use taxis and public transport if drinking is going to be involved and leave the car at home,” he said.
