1. The “Crosstown” Trap: I-40 (Oklahoma City)
This isn’t just a highway; it is the main artery of the state, and it bleeds frequently.
The Danger Zone:
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- The “Crosstown” Stretch: The area near the I-44/I-40 Junction (the “Amarillo Junction”) is a high-stress mixing bowl.
- The Risk: The Merge. You have drivers from Dallas, Tulsa, and Amarillo all converging in a short distance. The blind merges and short on-ramps lead to frequent sideswipes and rear-end…