On what days of the week do most driving fatalities occur?

The majority of driving fatalities occur on weekends due to several factors that contribute to increased risk during this time. Weekends often see a rise in recreational activities, leading to more vehicles on the road. Drivers may also be less experienced or more fatigued due to social events, which can include alcohol consumption, adding to the likelihood of accidents.

Additionally, the dynamics of weekend driving differ significantly from weekdays, where road use is typically more predictable and dominated by commuting traffic. During weekends, especially Saturday nights, many drivers are on the road late at night, which correlates with higher rates of unsafe driving behaviors. This combination of increased road usage for leisure and a higher prevalence of impaired driving contributes to the higher number of fatalities observed on weekends.