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Why do white cars have lower accident rates?
I'm currently looking around for a good first car and someone told me that white cars get in fewer accidents. I'm a little skeptical, but is this true? And if so, why?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Congrats on the imminent purchase—and that’s a good question. While there aren’t any proven studies that white cars get into fewer accidents, many people believe it’s possible due to visibility.
White or brighter colored cars are often easier to see. When a vehicle is more visible, other drivers are less likely to miss it. This is why school buses are yellow and construction workers wear yellow high-visibility vests.
Since a brighter color would catch a driver’s eye, they may be less likely to miss you when glancing over their shoulder. This could prevent lane-changing accidents.
However, the color of your car won’t change how you drive or how others drive. If someone is a bad driver, they’ll likely cause an accident even if they’re driving a white car. The best way to prevent an accident is by remaining an alert and
safe driver
.Another way to protect your vehicle is to make sure you have a good insurance policy. If you need a simple way to shop for the best insurance prices, try using the
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app. We’ll get you quotes from multiple providers so that you can simply pick the plan that works best for you. Congrats again, and enjoy your new ride!”
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