Common Driver Bad habits and Reasons for ROAD ACCIDENTS in Surrey

I have linked these two posts together as there are quite a few areas that cross over here. And whilst I am not providing a solution to the issues highlighted in this motoring blog post I do believe that drivers taking refresher driving lesssons in Surrey could indeed benefit.

All of the reasons below would almost certainly mean that you would fail your driving test and all would be major faults, classified as either serious or dangerous. Any one (1) of these individual occurances would be an immediate driving test failure.

I have provided the links to each of the articles below for further reading.

WHY? BECAUSE THEY ARE DANGEROUS!

Here are some of the dangerous bad habits that drivers in Surrey tend to pick up over time 
and include:
See also our top ten driving bad habits.

1. Texting while driving: This dangerous habit is reported as being more commonly seen in Surrey[1].

2. Drinking and driving: Despite its well-known dangers, this remains a problem among some Surrey drivers[1].

3. Tailgating: This aggressive driving behavior is prevalent enough that 206 Surrey motorists received penalty notices for it in 2016[3].

4. Eating at the wheel: While not explicitly illegal, this can be considered careless driving if it affects the driver's control of the vehicle[4].

5. Ignoring vehicle maintenance: Allowing number plates to become dirty and illegible is an example of a bad habit that can lead to legal issues[4].

6. Improper handling of breakdowns: Some drivers may incorrectly remove pets from the car during a breakdown, which can be dangerous and illegal in certain situations[4].

7. General anti-social driving behaviors: While not specified, the Surrey Council leader has mentioned anti-social driving as a concern[1].

Conclusion
These dangerous motoring bad habits can develop over time and may go unnoticed by drivers. To address these issues, Surrey Police recommend driver assessment courses for experienced drivers who want to reassess their skills and eliminate any bad habits they might have developed[5].

It is worth noting that bad habits lead to road accidents. You can see the break down of the most common causes of road accidents in Surrey below which shows the correlation between bad driving habits and road accidents.

No driving test failure is funny, however we have complied a list of the top ten most hilarious driving test failures.

Citations:
[1] https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-12111842
[2] https://www.surreydrivingforce.co.uk/dont-get-caught-doing-any-of-these-things/
[3] https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/206-surrey-drivers-penalised-tailgating-13487749
[4] https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/7-driving-habits-you-not-14276434
[5] https://www.surrey.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/safety-advice-experienced-drivers/

What Are the most common causes of road accidents in Surrey

The most common causes of accidents in Surrey based on recent searches are:

1. Speeding: This is one of the primary factors contributing to serious and fatal collisions on Surrey's roads.

2. Careless driving: Along with speeding, careless driving accounts for more than half of all serious and fatal collisions in Surrey.

3. Tailgating: In 2016, 206 Surrey motorists received penalty notices for this dangerous behavior, indicating it's a significant issue.

4. Impatience: The Surrey police have highlighted "carelessness and impatience" as factors that are "ruining lives" on Surrey's roads.

5. Anti-social driving behaviors: While not specifically defined, these have been mentioned as a concern by Surrey Council.

6. Failure to properly handle road emergencies: The Surrey County Council provides detailed guidance on handling various road emergencies, suggesting that improper responses to such situations may contribute to accidents.

7. Distracted driving: While not explicitly mentioned in the search results, this is often a major cause of accidents and may fall under the category of careless driving.

It's important to note that these causes are consistent with common accident factors across the UK. The Surrey police and county council are actively working to address these issues through enforcement, education, and providing resources for reporting and responding to road incidents.

Accidents will happen whether you are a good or a bad driver as you can not account for other people's bad actions and or unforeseen road conditions. Car Insurance is a must for any driver, new or old! 

Here we have compiled a list of ways you can save money on car insurance in London.
Including ways you can reduce your car insurance premiums by choosing the right first car and choosing a car model that is not targetted by thieves.

Citations:
[1] https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/carelessness-impatience-ruining-lives-surreys-28197845
[2] https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/road-safety/road-collisions-facts-and-figures
[3] https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/road-safety/road-emergencies
[4] https://www.surrey.police.uk/ro/report/rti/rti-beta-2.1/report-a-road-traffic-incident/
[5] https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/206-surrey-drivers-penalised-tailgating-13487749

Refresher Driving Lessons

Just some of the reasons why refresher driving lessons may be needed either to eradicate bad habits or to refresh drivers knowledge on the rules of the road.

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