Research has found that motorists who drive for a living take more risks than the general driving population
The research by Brake and Direct Line reveals that out of those that drive for business purposes:
31% text whilst driving
76% speed at more than 35mph in built up areas
17% perform another task at the wheel, such as putting on make-up or shaving
Nearly 30% of traffic comprises of business movements. Brake calls for employers to take action and ensure that professional drivers aren’t putting the public at unnecessary risk.
Details of the full report cam be found on the Brake website below
http://www.brake.org.uk/latest-news/at-work-drivers-taking-deadly-risks-on-roads.htm