A study has reported that the UK’s rural and country roads are among the most dangerous, with such roads accounting for a huge 60% of all road deaths.
The study, which was conducted by road safety campaign organisation THINK!, also found that a further 25% of drivers have been a witness to a near miss incident on the country road.
In addition to the findings above, the study also found that, unsurprisingly, a not inconsiderable 40% of drivers have come across an unexpected hazard such as rider on horseback.
Sadly, I would imagine that a large number of such incidents would involve some sort of speed related factor, for example, a driver taking a corner or bend too quickly when they are unable to sufficiently see round it, which would likely result in the driver losing control of the vehicle.
To read the original article, simply follow the link below:
https://uk.cars.yahoo.com/news/country-roads-uks-dangerous-100500194.html
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And on that not – take care out there!
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