| Persons involved (*): | |
|---|---|
| MOTORISTS (**) | 12157 |
| PASSENGERS | 1007 |
| CYCLISTS | 196 |
| PEDESTRIANS | 821 |
| Persons injured or killed: | Injured | Killed |
|---|---|---|
| MOTORISTS | 1483 | 2 |
| PASSENGERS | 1007 | 0 |
| CYCLISTS | 195 | 1 |
| PEDESTRIANS | 810 | 11 |
| Vehicle Type | Number of Vehicles |
|---|---|
| AMBULANCE | 74 |
| BICYCLE | 248 |
| BUS | 280 |
| FIRE TRUCK | 12 |
| LARGE COM VEH(6 OR MORE TIRES) | 448 |
| MOTORCYCLE | 138 |
| PASSENGER VEHICLE | 5117 |
| PEDICAB | 1 |
| PICK-UP TRUCK | 351 |
| SMALL COM VEH(4 TIRES) | 66 |
| SPORT UTILITY / STATION WAGON | 3708 |
| TAXI VEHICLE | 262 |
| VAN | 86 |
| OTHER | 4 |
| UNKNOWN | 3 |
| Contributing Factors (***) | Number of Vehicles |
|---|---|
| AGGRESSIVE DRIVING/ROAD RAGE | 65 |
| ALCOHOL INVOLVEMENT | 143 |
| BACKING UNSAFELY | 199 |
| CELL PHONE (HANDS-FREE) | 2 |
| DRIVER INATTENTION/DISTRACTION | 1741 |
| DRIVER INEXPERIENCE | 135 |
| DRUGS (ILLEGAL) | 2 |
| EATING OR DRINKING | 1 |
| ERR/CONFUSN PED/BIKE/OTHER PED | 91 |
| FAILURE TO KEEP RIGHT | 6 |
| FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT-OF-WAY | 469 |
| FATIGUED/DROWSY | 9 |
| FELL ASLEEP | 34 |
| FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY | 392 |
| ILLNESS | 9 |
| LOST CONSCIOUSNESS | 11 |
| OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICE | 3 |
| OTHER UNINVOLVED VEHICLE | 86 |
| OUTSIDE CAR DISTRACTION | 17 |
| PASSENGER DISTRACTION | 21 |
| PASSING OR LANE USAGE IMPROPER | 281 |
| PASSING TOO CLOSELY | 209 |
| PHYSICAL DISABILITY | 3 |
| PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION | 1 |
| TRAFFIC CONTROL DISREGARDED | 182 |
| TURNING IMPROPERLY | 132 |
| UNSAFE LANE CHANGING | 151 |
| UNSAFE SPEED | 252 |
| VEHICLE VANDALISM | 3 |
A motorist is someone who drives a motor vehicle on the road, such as a car, truck, or motorcycle. Ensuring road safety and adhering to traffic laws are their responsibilities.
A passenger is a person traveling in a vehicle but not driving it. They may be in cars, buses, or other forms of transportation and can be at risk of injury in an accident.
A cyclist is a person who travels using a bicycle. Whether commuting, exercising, or riding for leisure, cyclists navigate roads, bike lanes, and trails while sharing space with motorists and pedestrians.
A pedestrian is an individual who travels on foot, whether walking, jogging, or standing near roadways. They often use sidewalks and crosswalks and are vulnerable to traffic accidents.
Drivers involved in collisions across the city may sustain a range of injuries, from minor bruises to severe trauma. Many accidents result from distracted driving, sudden stops, or hazardous road conditions.
Vehicle passengers are at risk of injuries in citywide crashes, often due to abrupt impacts or lack of proper restraints. Common injuries include head trauma, spinal damage, and soft tissue injuries.
Cyclists navigating busy streets face significant risks, including collisions with vehicles and unsafe infrastructure. Injuries can range from minor abrasions to serious fractures and head injuries.
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable in city traffic, often suffering severe or fatal injuries when struck by vehicles. Poor visibility, driver negligence, and unsafe crossings contribute to these incidents.
Exceeding a vehicle’s weight limit, especially in trucks or rideshare vehicles, affects braking distance and maneuverability, increasing the likelihood of crashes.
Nighttime accidents are more common because of poor street illumination, less visibility, and fatigued drivers who find it more difficult to respond to unexpected dangers.
Tourists or out-of-town drivers unfamiliar with city roads may make abrupt turns, miss traffic signals, or stop unexpectedly, leading to crashes.
Many drivers accelerate instead of slowing down at yellow lights, increasing the risk of dangerous intersection collisions.
Cyclists and electric scooter riders often weave through traffic, ignore stop signs, or ride against traffic flow, leading to collisions with vehicles and pedestrians.
Drivers switching lanes without proper signaling or checking blind spots often cause sideswipe or multi-vehicle accidents in congested areas.
Sudden stops by rideshare drivers in high-traffic areas, bus lanes, or crosswalks create unexpected obstacles for other motorists and pedestrians.
Pedestrians crossing streets mid-block or against the signal increase the risk of being struck, especially in busy intersections.
Rear-end crashes are more likely when you follow too closely behind another car, especially in stop-and-go traffic.
Leaking fluids from vehicles, construction debris, or fallen cargo create hazardous road conditions that can cause vehicles to skid or lose control.
Broken stop lights, missing road signs, or unclear lane markings contribute to confusion and increase accident risks at intersections.
Ignoring temporary detours or construction signs can result in head-on collisions or vehicles getting stuck in closed lanes.
Fatigue among bus and taxi drivers working long shifts leads to slower reaction times and an increased risk of accidents.
Police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks responding to urgent calls sometimes collide with other vehicles or pedestrians due to high-speed maneuvers.
Cyclists, including e-bike riders, are frequently involved in accidents due to vehicle blind spots, dooring incidents, and sudden lane changes.
City buses and private shuttles often get into accidents due to frequent stops, distracted drivers, and pedestrians crossing bus lanes.
Fire trucks navigating narrow streets at high speeds may strike other vehicles or stationary objects while en route to emergencies.
Large trucks, including freight carriers and moving vans, pose a risk in congested streets, often causing severe damage in crashes.
Motorcyclists and moped riders face heightened danger in New York traffic, often getting into accidents due to lane splitting or inattentive drivers.
From compact sedans to luxury vehicles, private cars are involved in most citywide crashes, ranging from minor fender benders to multi-car pile ups.
Tour buses navigating tourist-heavy areas like Times Square and Central Park often get into collisions due to frequent stops and congested roads.
Dump trucks, cement mixers, and utility trucks working on city projects are involved in accidents, often due to blind spots and limited maneuverability.
Pickup trucks used for work purposes often get into crashes, especially in construction zones or when carrying unsecured loads.
Amazon, UPS, and FedEx delivery vans contribute to accidents due to frequent stops, double parking, and rushed delivery schedules.
Larger vehicles like SUVs and crossovers are prone to rollovers and high-impact collisions, especially at high speeds or on uneven road surfaces.
Taxis, Ubers, and Lyfts frequently contribute to city accidents due to sudden stops, distracted driving, and competition for passengers.
Pedicabs and rented scooters often get into accidents in high-foot-traffic areas, sometimes due to reckless driving or inattentive tourists.
Sanitation trucks and municipal maintenance vehicles move slowly but can cause serious damage in accidents due to their size and weight.
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