Norwegian motorists’ biggest concerns

Many cars on the roads increase the risk of accidents. 1 in 2 motorists fear a collision when they drive.

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Collision and drunk driving:

A lot of traffic in the summer months increases the risk of accidents in the future. Over two million motorists fear being involved in collisions.

In a nationwide survey, which Respons Analyze has carried out on behalf of Fremtind, every other motorist states that they are worried about colliding with other cars on the road. 46 percent of motorists fear drunk drivers.

– We are now entering the season when more fatal accidents normally occur, and this places even greater demands on us as drivers. We must be extra attentive going forward, and take responsibility for our own behavior in traffic. We strongly encourage you to take it easy on the roads, says injury prevention officer Therese Hofstad-Nielsen in Fremtind.

Many road accidents

So far this year, 22 people have lost their lives in traffic, figures from the Norwegian Road Administration show. Several of the incidents are due to hit-and-run accidents.

– Remember that high speed and overtaking can create dangerous situations for both yourself and other road users, warns the injury preventer.

An important risk-reducing measure is that we keep a good distance from the car in front. 1001 – 1002 – 1003 are as relevant today as when the term appeared many years ago, and even though modern cars are equipped with adaptive cruise control and lane keepers, it is the driver’s responsibility to be able to stop in time when an accident occurs in front of the road .

– Be aware that the traffic pattern can change quickly. That is why it is important that we always focus on the driving itself. You must leave your mobile phone behind when you drive, concludes Hofstad-Nielsen.