In 2020, the injury rate stood at 1,000 per 100,000 licensed drivers, which is the lowest rate recorded since 1990. More often than not, car accidents are caused by a collision of at least two motor vehicles.
Injury rate per 100,000 licensed drivers in the U.S. from 1990 to 2020
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