{"id":3121,"date":"2025-07-02T05:51:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T05:51:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/?p=3121"},"modified":"2026-03-16T18:49:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T18:49:06","slug":"planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid Heavy Highway Traffic Volume: Smart Driving Tips for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing quite like watching the clock tick as you sit stuck in traffic, crawling inch by inch while your perfectly planned day slips away. In 2026, cities are expanding, the number of vehicles is exploding, and highway traffic volume is breaking records in every major region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s your full guide to beating the busiest road networks, spotting danger zones before you hit them, and driving smoothly wherever you want to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Why_You_Should_Plan_Smarter_in_2026\" >Why You Should Plan Smarter in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#The_Top_Heaviest_Traffic_Highways_in_2026\" >The Top Heaviest Traffic Highways in 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#1_Highway_401_Toronto_Canada\" >1. Highway 401, Toronto, Canada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#2_Interstate_405_Los_Angeles_USA\" >2. Interstate 405, Los Angeles, USA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#3_Chuo_Expressway_Tokyo_Japan\" >3. Chuo Expressway, Tokyo, Japan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#4_Highway_A100_Berlin_Germany\" >4. Highway A100, Berlin, Germany<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#5_M25_Motorway_London_UK\" >5. M25 Motorway, London, UK<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Why_These_Roads_Are_Always_So_Packed\" >Why These Roads Are Always So Packed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#How_to_Outsmart_the_Traffic_in_2026\" >How to Outsmart the Traffic in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Best_Practices_for_a_Stress-Free_Drive\" >Best Practices for a Stress-Free Drive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#What_time_of_day_is_best_to_avoid_the_most_traffic\" >What time of day is best to avoid the most traffic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Are_navigation_apps_reliable_for_traffic_avoidance\" >Are navigation apps reliable for traffic avoidance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Is_it_better_to_carpool_or_drive_alone\" >Is it better to carpool or drive alone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/planning-your-drive-avoiding-heaviest-traffic-highways-in-2025\/#Can_weather_cause_traffic_jams\" >Can weather cause traffic jams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Should_Plan_Smarter_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Why You Should Plan Smarter in 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth is, many of the most-used highways are stretched far beyond their original design. As cities continue to grow and car ownership becomes more common, these roads are bursting at the seams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The new normal includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily gridlocks on main roads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidents caused by overcapacity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental fatigue from stop-and-go movement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel wastage due to endless idling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid being trapped in these slow-moving giants, the first step is knowing where not to go<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Top_Heaviest_Traffic_Highways_in_2026\"><\/span><b>The Top Heaviest Traffic Highways in 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These roads are famous for traffic. People talk about them all the time, but for all the wrong reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Highway_401_Toronto_Canada\"><\/span><b>1. Highway 401, Toronto, Canada<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This beast holds the record as the busiest highway in North America, with more than 500,000 vehicles using it every single day. Especially between Mississauga and Toronto, movement slows down to a crawl during peak hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Interstate_405_Los_Angeles_USA\"><\/span><b>2. Interstate 405, Los Angeles, USA<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone in LA has a horror story about the 405. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/what-makes-these-the-top-10-busiest-highways-key-factors-behind-the-traffic\/\"><b>highway traffic volume<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> here is brutal. Whether you&#8217;re near LAX or heading through West LA, congestion is a guaranteed guest. When time is tight, you\u2019re better off choosing a different road.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Chuo_Expressway_Tokyo_Japan\"><\/span><b>3. Chuo Expressway, Tokyo, Japan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of Tokyo\u2019s vital arteries. It connects business districts, suburbs, and shipping areas. It\u2019s so busy, it often runs slower than some of the city\u2019s footpaths.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Highway_A100_Berlin_Germany\"><\/span><b>4. Highway A100, Berlin, Germany<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This central urban road is a favorite of commuters and commercial drivers alike. But that popularity makes it one of Europe\u2019s worst for peak hour road congestion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_M25_Motorway_London_UK\"><\/span><b>5. M25 Motorway, London, UK<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often called \u201cthe London car prison,\u201d the M25 circles the city but rarely flows smoothly. It has a bad habit of turning into a complete standstill during morning and evening rushes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Also Read, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/top-10-highways-that-see-the-most-traffic-every-day\/\"><b>Top 10 Highways That See the Most Traffic Every Day<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_These_Roads_Are_Always_So_Packed\"><\/span><b>Why These Roads Are Always So Packed<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3123\" src=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-300x108.webp\" alt=\"Why These Roads Are Always So Packed\" width=\"644\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-300x108.webp 300w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-1024x370.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-768x278.webp 768w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-1536x555.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-2048x740.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Why-These-Highways-Are-So-Congested-1250x452.webp 1250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering why some roads are just permanently jammed, it\u2019s a combination of a few things that keep repeating year after year:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Urban Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As more people move into cities, car numbers go up. But roads often stay the same size. That mismatch creates pressure that builds up every morning and evening.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Economic Activity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roads near airports, ports, business zones, and industrial areas deal with double traffic\u2014employees, suppliers, customers, and freight carriers. It\u2019s a constant load.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Outdated Infrastructure: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some highways were built decades ago when cities were much smaller. They were never designed to handle today\u2019s highway traffic volume.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Rush Hour Bottlenecks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/must-know-tips-for-avoiding-high-traffic-roads-during-peak-times\/\"><b>peak hour road congestion<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between 7 AM to 9 AM and again from 4 PM to 7 PM. These windows are absolute nightmares in almost every metro city worldwide.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Outsmart_the_Traffic_in_2026\"><\/span><b>How to Outsmart the Traffic in 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now let\u2019s talk tactics. With a bit of prep and tech, you can glide past the chaos and laugh at those still stuck in the loop.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Use Live Traffic Apps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps have leveled up. They now offer <\/span>real-time route changes, rerouting on the fly if something ahead gets too jammed. Make it your habit to check them before starting.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Travel During Off-Peak Times: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your day is flexible, avoid the cursed windows. Consider starting your drive well before or way after the usual rush hours. Even a 20-minute shift can save you from heavy road congestion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Avoid Event Zones:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Check if there\u2019s a concert, marathon, political rally, or sports game happening in the area. These events turn regular roads into moving parking lots.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Carpool or Use Public Transport:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sometimes, the best way to beat <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/what-are-the-busiest-highways-in-the-world\/\"><b>heavy traffic highways<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not to use them at all. Taking the metro or riding with others lowers the traffic load and lets you skip the driving for once.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Also Read, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/what-is-the-secret-behind-the-worlds-busiest-roadway\/\"><b>What Is the Secret Behind the World\u2019s Busiest Roadway?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_for_a_Stress-Free_Drive\"><\/span><b>Best Practices for a Stress-Free Drive<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s your personal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boston.com\/travel\/travel\/2025\/07\/01\/fourth-of-july-weekend-traffic-best-and-worst-times\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checklist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make driving in 2026 less of a horror story:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always check live traffic before you leave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up alternate routes in advance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave early if the trip is important<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid known busiest road networks if you can<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use parking apps to find spots near your destination<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2026, the roads have changed. And so should your approach. You can&#8217;t control traffic volume, but you can control how prepared you are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay informed. And above all, plan your drive. Because your time deserves better than being spent frozen behind red lights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tired of late shipments and hidden costs? With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/\"><b>Lading Logistics<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you get total control, full visibility, and expert support at every mile. Your cargo deserves better, and so do you. Make the switch to smoother shipping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"710\">Understanding traffic patterns on the <a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/what-makes-these-the-top-10-busiest-highways-key-factors-behind-the-traffic\/\"><strong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"635\">top 10 busiest highway in the world<\/strong><\/a> can help drivers choose alternative routes and avoid peak-time congestion.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_day_is_best_to_avoid_the_most_traffic\"><\/span><b>What time of day is best to avoid the most traffic?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving before 7 AM or after 8 PM helps skip peak hour road congestion in most cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_navigation_apps_reliable_for_traffic_avoidance\"><\/span><b>Are navigation apps reliable for traffic avoidance?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely. Google Maps and Waze pull live traffic details from other drivers to help guide you better. They\u2019re essential for rerouting around sudden delays.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_carpool_or_drive_alone\"><\/span><b>Is it better to carpool or drive alone?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carpooling reduces stress and saves fuel. In some cities, shared rides get access to faster lanes, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_weather_cause_traffic_jams\"><\/span><b>Can weather cause traffic jams?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely. 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