Transportation Infographics

Car purchase and maintenance costs are rising, leaving many Americans wondering how to make ownership more affordable. The team at Grease Monkey shows us that location is a significant factor in car ownership expenses. The team examined 15 car-related expenses and mapped each state based on these costs.

Many factors can damage a car, leading to expensive repairs or even a total loss. The Grease Monkey researcher considered the most impactful factors that damage a car and used this to score every state. Their results show that cars in Texas see the most damage.

If you need to drive on New Year’s Eve or Day, be aware that this can be one of the most dangerous times of year to drive. Knowing where and when driving is the most dangerous could help save lives. According to a recent study from CarInsurance.com, the highest risk states for New Year’s driving are Mississippi, South Carolina, and Louisiana.

Here is an infographic from Speedway Motors shows that Chevrolet’s El Camino has had an incredible number of on-screen appearances. This sleek muscle car is a favorite among directors and cinematographers, as shown in this massive list of film appearances.

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 4,829 drivers aged 65 and older were killed in traffic crashes in 2023. But while overall crash rates for senior drivers are actually lower than for other groups, older drivers have higher rates of crashes per mile driven. This suggests that they drive less, but are still at higher risk than other groups.

Drunk driving claims approximately 34 lives every day across the U.S. These deaths are preventable, but they continue to occur due to impaired judgment and the assumption that driving after just one drink is safe. This infographic dives into drunk driving in the United States, including its prevalence, its impact, and its consequences.

The following graphic from Speedway Motors is an excellent visualization of automotive data and history. It showcases the Camaro and every shade of color it was available in each year. That’s decades of history represented since 1967.

The team at Speedway Motors shines the spotlight on a beloved American classic muscle car: the Ford Mustang. The Mustang debuted in the 1960s and remains popular today. Through the team’s graphics, we can not only see the changes in style and tech with each new release of the car, but we can also see how the price has changed.