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The dangerous driving behaviour most seen on UK roads

An AA survey highlighted several dangerous driving behaviours
An AA survey highlighted several dangerous driving behaviours (PA)
  • An AA survey of over 14,000 members revealed that 88 per cent had regularly witnessed middle lane hogging and vehicles driving too close together.
  • The survey also highlighted other dangerous driving behaviours, including undertaking, tailgating, and mobile phone use.
  • Seventy-five per cent of respondents reported encountering lane closure signs without any incident occurring, while 66 per cent saw congestion signs for no apparent reason.
  • Twenty-two per cent of motorists described UK motorway conditions as poor, with concerns about congestion and litter.
  • Jack Cousens of the AA called for stricter enforcement of safe driving practices, improved motorway signage, and better road conditions.
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