Drivers face £200 fine and six points after being ‘dobbed in’ by other motorists
Drivers face GBP200 motorway fines after being caught at the wheel by a surprising source. Samsara[1] surveyed 500 commercial vehicle drivers from across the country, and found many motorists are dobbing in other motorists who are taking selfies as they were moving. Philip van der Wilt, senior vice president and general manager, said: “It’s unfortunate that there’s a misconception that commercial drivers drive dangerously and recklessly while on the road for work.[2] In reality, they’re witnessing general road users performing dangerous driving habits — from taking selfies and illegal phone usage to tailgating and erratic driving. And this poses a serious safety threat to all.”
He added: “Many commercial drivers are supported by advanced technologies and coaching systems to help them build safer habits on the road. By raising awareness of these tools and practices, we hope to inspire all road users to reflect on their own driving behaviours — as simple measures like being mindful of driving too close to other vehicles or resisting distractions, can help make UK roads safer for everyone.”[3]
57% of commercial drivers frequently observe general road users hogging the middle lane.
53% say that they see them using their mobile illegally (not hands free).
50% have spotted them eating while driving and 49% say they’ve witnessed them tailgating.
43% have observed them driving erratically. Almost three quarter (73%) of commercial drivers admit they are annoyed with the common misconception that they drive dangerously and recklessly — with 72% believing they’re safer on the roads than general road users. The figures also warn drivers could face six points on their licence.
Beyond taking selfies, Samsara’s research also uncovered other risky behaviours performed by general road users.
73 per cent of commercial drivers admit they are annoyed with the common misconception that they drive dangerously and recklessly — with 72% believing they’re safer on the roads than general road users.
References
- ^ Samsara (www.samsara.com)
- ^ recklessly while on the road for work. (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
- ^ can help make UK roads safer for everyone.” (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
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