This interactive infographic analyzes 25 years of commercial vehicle crash data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), covering over 4 million incidents and 139,000 fatal crashes across the United States. Explore how truck accidents vary by state, time of day, weather conditions, and road surfaces. Discover that Texas accounts for 11.3% of all crashes, peak danger hours fall between 2-4 PM, and Tuesday is statistically the deadliest day for commercial vehicles. Whether you're a fleet manager, safety professional, or researcher, this data visualization reveals critical patterns in trucking safety trends.
25 Years of Commercial Truck Crash Data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Geographic distribution of commercial vehicle crashes across the United States
Texas accounts for 11.3% of all commercial vehicle crashes—more than any other state. California and Pennsylvania round out the top three.
Click any state to explore detailed statistics below
How commercial vehicle crashes have changed from 2001 to 2025
Crashes increased 55% from 2001 to 2022, but dropped 14% during COVID-19 in 2020. Fatal crashes reached their peak in 2022 with 6,133 deaths.
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Understanding when crashes become fatal — weather, lighting, and road surface analysis
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Time-based patterns reveal when commercial vehicles are most at risk
Peak crash hours are 2-4 PM. Tuesday sees the most crashes, while weekends have significantly fewer.
The relationship between crash volume and fatality rates across states
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Deep dive into crash statistics for any state
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