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What color car gets into the most accidents?
I'm the first person in my family to get a car, and I'm getting a little overwhelmed with all the information I need to know. One thing I keep hearing is that dark cars can be more dangerous—but other people in my life say it's a myth. So is there a color of car that tends to get into accidents more frequently than others? And should I avoid getting a certain color of car?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Congratulations on the new car—and I’m sorry it’s been so overwhelming! Let me ease your mind here, though: although some may believe otherwise, no specific color of car has a higher risk of accidents.
Most accidents are caused by making poor judgments, distracted driving, or simply being careless. Drivers who get into frequent accidents are most likely not following the rules of the road. The color of their car won’t impact their chances of getting into an accident since their behavior causes the accident.
If choosing a car color is important to you, you could opt for a lighter-colored car, since anything bright or lightly colored is more visible to other drivers. While it may not reduce your risk of an accident, it could make other drivers more aware of you on the road.
Another way to protect your car is to make sure you have a good insurance policy.
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