Buckle Up, New York: Navigating Our Chaotic Roads

America is a wild ride of land, cities, and roads that could give anyone a headache. Maryland has the crown as the toughest state to drive in, but if you've ever driven through New York, you know that it can't be far behind.

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In a recent study by personal injury attorneys Foster Wallace, New York got the fifth spot in the ranking of states with the most intimidating roads. The Empire State had an intimidation score of 6.39 out of 100. While New York is famous for its iconic sights, their road system leaves a little something to be desired.

High-Speed Cameras and Traffic Jams

New York has 27.83 speed cameras per 1,000 miles of road, and traffic that could rival the chaos of a Christmas sale at Macy's. With 1,008.37 million vehicle miles traveled per 1,000 miles of road, driving the streets of New York takes some serious skills.

Roundabouts - The Twist in the Road

New York might not have the most roundabouts compared to other states, with only 2.25 per 1,000 miles, but that doesn't make it any easy to travel through or around. For those used to traditional intersections, attempting a roundabout can feel like entering a real-life game of Mario Kart - without the mushrooms and banana peels.

A Rollercoaster Ride Across New York

From the busy streets of New York City to the picturesque roads of upstate New York, driving the state's luscious landscape is like riding a rollercoaster. It's a journey where every twist and turn keeps you guessing, and every pothole brings a thrill to the adventure.

Maryland may be number one with the most intimidating roads, but New York State is not that far behind. The challenges of the speed cameras, traffic jams, or the roundabout gives New York drivers quite the adventure.