We want tougher punishments, say drivers
May 21, 2007 by admin
Filed under News, News-Insurance
Increased police patrols and tougher penalties for illegal drivers are just two of the measures that motorists want to see introduced on the UK’s roads.
Drivers were asked what they would do to improve driving if they were Prime Minister for a day and it seems that most people want to see stricter enforcement of laws.
The second most popular suggestion was to improve public transport so that fewer cars are on the road.
American Express Motor Insurance carried out the research, asking 10,000 of its customers for their opinions.
Joanne Field, marketing manager at the firm, said that one of the biggest problems on the UK’s roads, according to those surveyed, is people driving without car insurance.
“The uninsured driver poses a risk to every insured driver – not only is there the extra premium cost, but there is the risk of being involved in an accident with them,” she commented.
Motorists were also asked who they think are the most dangerous drivers on the road, with both men and women choosing youngsters and van drivers.
Despite this, almost everyone surveyed admitted to having some bad habits behind the wheel, with 90 per cent saying that they regularly drove in bead weather.
A further 81 per cent got behind the wheel when tired, 77 per cent when low on petrol, 59 per cent admitted to eating while driving and 47 per cent still use a mobile phone.
Drivers are advised to avoid any distractions when driving and the use of mobile phones while behind the wheel is not illegal and punishable with three points on your licence.
