Recent reports from Dayinsure, temporary car insurance specialist, have shown shocking statistics about motorists\u2019 obsession with social networking, especially Facebook. These reports have revealed a frightening survey: one in five drivers have updated their Facebook status while behind the wheel of a car.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile over half of respondents admitted to using a phone while driving and 58% have taken photographs. 71% have eaten behind the wheel and 32% have driven in flip-flops.<\/p>\n
Yet despite this, the number one gripe with other motorists was talking on the phone without using a hands-free kit. This was followed by speeding in 20mph zones and not saying \u2018thank you\u2019 for being let out.<\/p>\n
Dayinsure managing director, Steve Coppock said,<\/p>\n
\u201cDistractions at the wheel can be the main cause of road accidents. Not only is using a hand-held phone at the wheel dangerous it is also illegal. We therefore urge motorists to switch off their phones and tune into road safety.\u201d<\/p>\n
The warnings come ahead of Road Safety Week, which runs from 18-to-24 November.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Recent reports from Dayinsure, temporary car insurance specialist, have shown shocking statistics about motorists\u2019 obsession with social networking, especially Facebook. These reports have revealed a frightening survey: one in five drivers have updated their Facebook status while behind the wheel of a car. Meanwhile over half of respondents admitted to using a phone while driving …<\/p>\n