Dangerous Driving- the Harsh Reality
November 10th, 2008
Karl Bantleman asked:
The number of cars on British roads is rapidly increasing and as such the chances of a road accident have increased. Many drivers do not realise by exceeding the speed limit and driving without due care, they are putting their own life as well as others in their car and other cars at severe risk.
There are about 1200 driving related deaths on British roads each year as well as a further 20000 serious injuries. This is an alarming number of incidents and one that should urge drivers to pay more attention and care on the roads.
The dangerous driving statistics are alarming but one problem seems to stick out from the rest, speeding. Drivers put their foot down when they think it’s safe but it only takes a split second or a wrong choice to result in a crash. 1 in 3 accidents are speed related with 70% of drivers breaking the speed limit when out driving. It may surprise you to know that by reducing your speed by a mere 1mph, you will reduce the chance of an accident by 5%.
A considerable amount of accidents take place on motorways. Drivers often get tired but want to reach their destination quicker or they speed to achieve the same object. All drivers are urged to take a break regularly to ensure their reactions are sharp and they can think clearly.
A third of motorway collisions are a direct result of driving to close to the next car, however, 40% of drivers still do it. Drink driving is one of the biggest killers of young people aged 17-29 and accounts for a sixth of all deaths on the road.
Around 3,000 people are killed or injured as a direct result of drink driving. If you are found drink driving, the penalty will remain on your license for 11 years and causing death by careless driving under the influence of alcohol carries a maximum jail sentence of 14 years with a minimum of 2 year driving ban.
Consider the implications of dangerous driving before you attempt anything risky on the road. Think of the hurt and pain you cause, not just to your own family, but to those who may have been involved in the same incident. Take care on the roads and drive safely.
Carlos
The number of cars on British roads is rapidly increasing and as such the chances of a road accident have increased. Many drivers do not realise by exceeding the speed limit and driving without due care, they are putting their own life as well as others in their car and other cars at severe risk.
There are about 1200 driving related deaths on British roads each year as well as a further 20000 serious injuries. This is an alarming number of incidents and one that should urge drivers to pay more attention and care on the roads.
The dangerous driving statistics are alarming but one problem seems to stick out from the rest, speeding. Drivers put their foot down when they think it’s safe but it only takes a split second or a wrong choice to result in a crash. 1 in 3 accidents are speed related with 70% of drivers breaking the speed limit when out driving. It may surprise you to know that by reducing your speed by a mere 1mph, you will reduce the chance of an accident by 5%.
A considerable amount of accidents take place on motorways. Drivers often get tired but want to reach their destination quicker or they speed to achieve the same object. All drivers are urged to take a break regularly to ensure their reactions are sharp and they can think clearly.
A third of motorway collisions are a direct result of driving to close to the next car, however, 40% of drivers still do it. Drink driving is one of the biggest killers of young people aged 17-29 and accounts for a sixth of all deaths on the road.
Around 3,000 people are killed or injured as a direct result of drink driving. If you are found drink driving, the penalty will remain on your license for 11 years and causing death by careless driving under the influence of alcohol carries a maximum jail sentence of 14 years with a minimum of 2 year driving ban.
Consider the implications of dangerous driving before you attempt anything risky on the road. Think of the hurt and pain you cause, not just to your own family, but to those who may have been involved in the same incident. Take care on the roads and drive safely.
Carlos
