Planning a summer road trip? You might want to pack a little extra patience along with the snacks and playlists.

A new 2025 survey from Travel Vacationer found that more than 75% of Americans are planning to hit the road this summer. Road trips remain one of the country’s favorite traditions, but not every stretch of highway comes with friendly drivers.

Consumer Affairs recently released its annual list of the states with the worst road rage, highlighting where travelers may need to stay extra alert behind the wheel.

The rankings were based on data involving fatal crashes linked to reckless or careless driving, dangerous driving violations, and even traffic incidents involving gun violence.

For the second year in a row, Louisiana landed at the top of the list as the state with the worst road rage in America.

According to the report, nearly 60% of the state’s fatal crashes and traffic deaths were connected to aggressive or careless driving — the highest rate in the nation. Louisiana also ranked near the top for speeding and reckless driving violations.

And the consequences there can be serious. Drivers charged with reckless driving in Louisiana can face up to 90 days in jail for a first offense and as much as six months for repeat offenses.

New Mexico came in at No. 2, due in large part to a high number of traffic incidents involving gun violence. Consumer Affairs noted that the state’s rate of road-related gun violence is nearly four times the national average.

Colorado ranked No. 3 and reportedly has the highest number of aggressive driving and speeding violations per capita in the country — more than eight times the national average.

Rounding out the top five were Arkansas and Montana.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, Maine earned the title of the calmest state for drivers, making it one of the more relaxing places to cruise this summer.

So before you map out your next getaway, it may be worth brushing up on your defensive driving skills — especially if your route takes you through some of the country’s more aggressive driving hotspots.

The full report and rankings are available at ConsumerAffairs.com