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Allstate (NYSE:ALL) has released new data analysis from its Drivewise® program revealing critical travel insights for Labor Day weekend 2025. The analysis shows that breakdowns spike nearly 25% on the Tuesday following Labor Day, making it one of summer's riskiest days for roadside assistance.

The study identifies Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin, and San Antonio as cities expecting the highest increase in out-of-state drivers. Major congestion is anticipated on interstate highways in Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Dallas. The data suggests optimal travel times during morning hours (7-11 a.m.) on weekend days, while afternoons (3-7 p.m.) throughout the holiday period should be avoided.

Allstate (NYSE:ALL) ha pubblicato una nuova analisi dei dati del suo programma Drivewise® che rivela importanti indicazioni sui viaggi per il weekend del Labor Day 2025. Dall'analisi emerge che i guasti aumentano di quasi il 25% il martedì successivo al Labor Day, rendendolo uno dei giorni estivi più rischiosi per l'assistenza stradale.

Lo studio indica Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin e San Antonio come le città che si aspettano il maggior incremento di guidatori provenienti da altri stati. Si prevedono forti congestioni sulle autostrade interstatali di Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Philadelphia e Dallas. I dati suggeriscono che gli orari migliori per viaggiare sono le mattine (7-11) nei giorni del weekend, mentre sarebbe opportuno evitare i pomeriggi (15-19) per tutta la durata del periodo festivo.

Allstate (NYSE:ALL) ha publicado un nuevo análisis de datos de su programa Drivewise® que revela conclusiones clave sobre los desplazamientos durante el fin de semana del Labor Day 2025. El estudio muestra que las averías aumentan casi un 25% el martes posterior al Labor Day, convirtiéndolo en uno de los días de verano con mayor demanda de asistencia en carretera.

El informe identifica a Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin y San Antonio como las ciudades que esperan el mayor incremento de conductores procedentes de otros estados. Se prevé congestión importante en las autopistas interestatales de Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Filadelfia y Dallas. Los datos sugieren que los mejores momentos para viajar son por la mañana (7-11 a.m.) durante los días de fin de semana, mientras que conviene evitar las tardes (3-7 p.m.) a lo largo del periodo festivo.

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Allstate (NYSE:ALL) a publié une nouvelle analyse de données de son programme Drivewise® révélant des informations clés sur les déplacements pour le week-end de la fête du Travail 2025. L'analyse montre que les pannes augmentent de près de 25% le mardi suivant la fête du Travail, ce qui en fait l'un des jours d'été les plus à risque pour l'assistance routière.

L'étude identifie Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin et San Antonio comme les villes qui devraient connaître la plus forte augmentation de conducteurs venant d'autres États. Des encombrements importants sont attendus sur les autoroutes inter-États à Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Philadelphie et Dallas. Les données suggèrent que les meilleurs moments pour voyager sont le matin (7�11 h) les jours de week-end, tandis qu'il est conseillé d'éviter les après-midis (15�19 h) pendant toute la période de vacances.

Allstate (NYSE:ALL) hat neue Datenanalysen seines Drivewise®-Programms veröffentlicht, die wichtige Erkenntnisse für das Labor Day-Wochenende 2025 liefern. Die Auswertung zeigt, dass Pannen am Dienstag nach dem Labor Day um fast 25% ansteigen, womit dieser Tag zu den risikoreichsten des Sommers für Pannenhilfe gehört.

Die Studie nennt Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin und San Antonio als Städte mit dem stärksten Anstieg an Fahrern aus anderen Bundesstaaten. Starke Staus werden auf den Interstate-Highways in Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Philadelphia und Dallas erwartet. Die Daten deuten darauf hin, dass die besten Reisezeiten morgens (7�11 Uhr) an den Wochenendtagen liegen, während die Nachmittagsstunden (15�19 Uhr) während der gesamten Feiertagsperiode gemieden werden sollten.

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New data from Allstate reveals the busiest cities, most congested highways and riskiest travel windows for Labor Day weekend.

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, and new insights from Allstate's Drivewise®, a safe driving program available in the Allstate app, reveals exactly when and where drivers face the most risk, based on millions of trips logged nationwide.*

Unlike traditional travel forecasts, Allstate's analysis focuses on how Americans drive: from speeding and hard braking to congestion and breakdowns. The data covers Labor Day week (Wednesday–Tuesday), comparing real-time driving behavior to average summer patterns.

Brian Dieringer, President of Allstate Roadside
"We see driving habits really change over Labor Day weekend. You've got fewer drivers slamming on the brakes and more stepping on the gas, which is a clear sign people are trading the daily commute for a road trip."

Where the roads will be busiest
These cities are projected to see the greatest increases in out-of-state drivers:

  • Nashville
  • Colorado Springs
  • Las Vegas
  • Austin
  • San Antonio

Expect slowdowns on these major metro routes:

  • Atlanta: I-85, I-75, I-20
  • Houston: I-10, I-45
  • Chicago: I-90, I-94
  • Philadelphia: I-95
  • Dallas: U.S. 75

Best and worst times to hit the road
Prepare for travel to ramp up before the holiday, beginning Wednesday, Aug. 27 and peaking Friday, Aug. 29.

Best times to travel

  • Morning hours (7�11 a.m.) on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
  • Evenings after 7 p.m. for Thursday departures and Tuesday returns

Worst times to travel

  • Afternoons (3�7 p.m.) from Wednesday through Tuesday

Pro tip
Planning your trip around these peak windows can help you avoid congestion and risky driving conditions. provides feedback on your driving behavior, helping you make smarter decisions behind the wheel.

Roadside breakdowns surge after the holiday
While most travelers focus on the weekend itself, Allstate Roadside data shows the real trouble starts Tuesday, the day after Labor Day.

Breakdowns spike nearly 25% as Americans return to work and school, making it one of the most likely days of the summer to need roadside assistance.

"Allstate Roadside sees a surge in calls the day after Labor Day. It's partly due to increased wear from holiday travel, but also from the fact that many repair shops are closed over the holiday weekend and the rush to get back to normal routines," Dieringer said.

Breakdown hotspots
Top cities for roadside issues and vehicle breakdowns during Labor Day travel include:

  • Houston
  • Atlanta
  • Chicago

Pro tip
Don't just prep the car you're taking. Check the one you're leaving behind too. Many jumpstarts and tire changes happen to vehicles left idle at home. covers you whether you're on the road or returning to a car that's been parked all weekend.

For more driving insights, reveals the safest and riskiest driving cities across the country, perfect for planning your next road trip.

Editor's note
*Data is based on aggregated and anonymized national Drivewise driving info comparing the 2024 Labor Day holiday period (Wednesday, Aug. 28–Tuesday, Sept. 3) to daily average driving behavior in 2024. Drivewise, a voluntary safe driving program customers can choose to enroll in, helps drivers earn a personalized auto insurance rate based on their everyday driving. Customers can save just for signing up and staying active, while avoiding risky behaviors like speeding, sudden braking, using their phone or late-night driving which may cause the price they pay to increase.

About Allstate
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FAQ

What are the best and worst times to drive during Labor Day weekend 2025 according to Allstate?

The best times are morning hours (7-11 a.m.) on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, and evenings after 7 p.m. for Thursday departures and Tuesday returns. The worst times are afternoons (3-7 p.m.) from Wednesday through Tuesday.

Which cities will see the most out-of-state drivers during Labor Day 2025?

According to Allstate's analysis, the top cities expecting increased out-of-state drivers are Nashville, Colorado Springs, Las Vegas, Austin, and San Antonio.

When do vehicle breakdowns peak during Labor Day weekend according to Allstate?

Vehicle breakdowns spike nearly 25% on Tuesday after Labor Day, making it one of the most likely days of summer to need roadside assistance.

Which major highways will experience the most congestion during Labor Day 2025?

Major congestion is expected on I-85, I-75, I-20 in Atlanta; I-10, I-45 in Houston; I-90, I-94 in Chicago; I-95 in Philadelphia; and U.S. 75 in Dallas.

What cities have the most roadside issues during Labor Day travel?

According to Allstate's data, Houston, Atlanta, and Chicago are the top cities for roadside issues and vehicle breakdowns during Labor Day travel.
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