Consumer Affairs’ 2024 edition of “The worst roads in America” features a big Minnesota brag that, for many residents, may induce a mixture of pride and a bit of astonishment.
The consumer news platform ranks Minnesota’s roads as best in the nation, describing them as “the smoothest” and “safest,” according to data from the U.S. Federal Highway Administration.
“An especially admirable achievement since Minnesota’s cold temperatures, significant snowfall and proximity to the Great Lakes create a hazardous set of conditions that can be tough on roads and drivers,” writes author Kaz Weida.
My only experience with Minnesota is memes, and a buddy who moved to northern Minnesota where he got a metric shitload of snow for many years.
And my only experience with winter and roads is in Ohio and Michigan, where plows routinely rip up asphalt in chunks the size of dinner plates.
Therefore I conclude Minnesota has the best roads because they’re constaly replacing them!