Congestion on Britain's roads has dropped 31% since the start of the credit crunch two years ago according to a report published today.

The report shows that major financial events such as the collapse of banks, increases in fuel prices and unemployment all have an effect on traffic congestion levels.

The motor insurance industry should benefit from the drop in traffic volumes with an expected drop in car accident claims.

Although the overall trend is that traffic congestion has fallen, Fridays is bucking that trend with an increase in congestion and holiday traffic is also up as more people choose to take breaks in the UK.

The complete report from Trafficmaster and the AA can be viewed online HERE.