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Working drivers are most likely to speed and tailgate - 14th April 2008

Research has shown that drivers who are working are more likely speed and drive too close to the vehicle in front of them than other drivers increasing the risk of being involved in road accidents. Driving too fast is known to be a contributory factor in 27% of UK road deaths.

Tailgating is a major cause of road accidents, with it being a contributory factor in 54 fatalities in 2006, with motorways being a regular hotspot.

Whiplash injuries are common from accidents where tailgating is involved.

The research carried out by the road safety charity Brake and Green Flag found many working drivers feel under pressure to get to their destinations fast, so drive faster and often tailgate, thus increasing their chances of being involved in road accidents. 16% of working drivers compared to 6% of other drivers admit to driving 35mph in a 30mph zone every day. 9% of working drivers have driven over 80mph every day on motorways or duel carriageways compared with 2% of other drivers. 14% of working drivers compared with 6% of other drivers have admitted leaving less than a two second gap whilst driving on motorways several times a week.

The greater our speed when driving the less time we have to react. The closer we are to the vehicle in front the less time we have to react. Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the one in front to stop safely, and don't forget to double this distance when the roads are wet and even more distance on icy roads. s

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