Statistics About The Most Drivers Make Blank Driving Errors

In this post, we examine a series of sobering statistics that shed light on the prevalence and impact of driving errors amongst motorists. From distracted driving to risky behaviors, these findings underscore the significant role human error plays in road traffic incidents. By delving into these statistics, we gain valuable insights into the common pitfalls that drivers face and the need for increased awareness and vigilance behind the wheel.

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"95% of crashes are due to human error."

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"RACT research (2021) has found almost 30% of Tasmanian participants admitted to making a driving error because of a distraction."

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"As per AAA’s research 88% of drivers who are 19 to 24 years old exhibit risky behaviour when behind the wheel."

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"Nearly 25% of drivers admit to driving when they were so tired that they had trouble keeping their eyes open, according to AAA foundation."

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"Elderly drivers made 2.7 times more driving errors than middle-aged drivers in stressful traffic situations in a monitoring study."

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"One third of drivers have made the same driving mistake about three times before learning from it according to Good Egg Drivers."

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"Men are more likely than women to have made at least one error, such as speeding, tailgating, or not wearing a seat belt (59% vs 53%)."

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"According to RoSPA, most at-work driving accidents are caused by simple driver errors rather than a lack of technical skills."

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"Research from BlackboxMyCar shows approximately 1 in 4 car accidents in the United States is caused by texting while driving."

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"Parking errors contribute to more than 50,000 crashes per year, according to NHTSA."

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"74% of drivers report having witnessed other drivers applying makeup while driving, according to a Nationwide Insurance study."

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"30% of drivers have entered the wrong information into their GPS system causing them to be lost or make a dangerous error, according to IAM Roadsmart."

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"Nearly 50% of all motor drivers admit they sometimes drive without a seat belt, as per a survey by Mark43."

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"More than 40% of all auto accidents occur at intersections, according to the NHTSA, and the main cause is drivers making errors or judgments."

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"61% of teen drivers have admitted to risky driving habits, according to the CDC."

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"World Health Organisation reports that over 1.35 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes and between 20 and 50 million more suffer non-fatal injuries. Driver error is a leading cause."

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"9% of all teen motor vehicle crash deaths involved distracted driving, as per Insurance Institute for Highway Safety."

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"Research from the MIT AgeLab and Touchstone Evaluations found that older drivers (average age 72) took their eyes off the road for more than eight seconds longer than younger drivers when they used a touch-screen interface or voice controls to make a call or tune the radio."

Overall, the statistics presented highlight the prevalent issue of human error in driving, leading to a substantial number of crashes and fatalities on the roads. Distractions, risky behaviors, fatigue, and lack of attention to basic safety measures like seat belt usage contribute significantly to these errors. The data emphasize the need for heightened awareness, education, and enforcement of safe driving practices across all age groups and demographics to reduce the alarming number of accidents caused by preventable driver mistakes.