Research has found that many British drivers are risking road accidents by day dreaming whist behind the wheel.

It was found that whilst driving many motorists were only focused for two thirds of their journey, which increases the chances of being involved in a road accident significantly.

The survey carried out for Continental Tyres surveyed 4,000 motorists, and worryingly for our road safety 60% of drivers said that they had "zoned out" whilst driving.

Results also showed that 59% if those surveyed regularly forgot parts of journeys that they had just travelled.

45% of drivers who took part in the survey claimed that they had been involved in a road accident or had a near miss whilst having been distracted.

Continental Tyres Director of Safety said: "These statistics are really worrying. When driving, so much can happen in just a few seconds that you need to be able to react quickly so you can brake safely".