Dangerous Driving

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UK speed cameras to deploy anti-braking technology in 2024

Speed cameras across the UK are expected to see major updates come into force next year, which includes new anti-braking technology. After undergoing successful trials in the Navarra region of northeastern Spain, more drivers who violate speed limits or breach them severely in the regions where they are installed may be apprehended with the help …

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Speed limits in residential areas are broken most often – study finds

Speed limits are designed to make roads safer for both drivers and pedestrians, but many drivers take risks and go faster than the limit, putting themselves in danger. With the weather now turning wet and windy, speeding is even more dangerous as it’s much easier to lose control of a vehicle. Experts at Claims.co.uk have …

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New ranking reveals the most accident-prone cities for drivers – Chichester named top

A new study reveals that Chichester is the most accident-prone city in the UK, using data on the number of reported road accidents and fatalities to identify the riskiest area for drivers. The ranking, created by accident compensation experts Claims.co.uk, awarded each city a score out of ten, based on road accidents and fatality rates …

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New anti-braking speed cameras target drivers trying to avoid fines

New devices will penalise drivers who attempt to avoid fines by braking harshly to slow down for speed cameras then speed back up too quickly after passing them. The cameras have been implemented in Spain and road safety experts at Road Angel are calling for the technology to be implemented in the UK. The anti-braking …

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Drug driving problem among younger motorists reaches epidemic levels

A survey of 2,028 drivers conducted in March 2023 reveals almost a third (28%) of those aged 16-24 have themselves driven under the influence of illegal drugs or been a passenger inside a vehicle where the driver has taken illegal drugs within the 24-hour period beforehand. DVLA licensing data shows that approximately 2.5 million driving …

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Blokes break bumpers: men are 50% more likely to hit another car when parking

Male drivers are 50% more likely to hit another car when parking compared to female drivers, according to new data compiled by Forbes Advisor. The research looks at Brits’ parking blunders and gripes, revealing over a fifth (21%) of men have hit another car when parking in the last 12 months. Comparatively, a much smaller …

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