At-work drivers 'more likely to speed'

Drivers who get behind the wheel for their job are more likely to tailgate and speed on motorways and in towns than other motorists, according to the latest research.

National road safety charity Brake and breakdown service Green Flag have found that 61 per cent of at-work drivers - such as those requiring van insurance - left less than the recommended two-second gap, 21 per cent higher than the figure for non-working motorists.

While 74 per of at-work drivers admit driving at 80mph or more on motorways, 74 per cent admit to doing 35mph in a 30mph zone, compared with 49 per cent and 62 per cent respectively for non at-work drivers.

"Work pressures are no excuse for impatient and aggressive driving. Given the terrible death toll of nine people killed every day on our roads, there can be no room for complacency," said Cathy Keeler, head of campaigns for Brake.

In February, Brake alerted people to the fact that one in seven people who drive for a living eat a meal at least once a week while at the wheel.

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