Young Drivers Pose A Greater Accident Risk Than Ever Before

Research conducted by the insurer claims that young drivers are actually getting worse and that in the last five years there has been a 300% increase in claims from drivers under 23 years old, compared to a fall of 10% in claims from drivers over 23.

The research also indicated that young drivers are perhaps too comfortable behind the wheel immediately after their tests and should be more aware of their lack of experience.

With the introduction of Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Acts in April, this research has direct implications for businesses employing young drivers.

"The organisation could be liable for prosecution if they've failed to adequately risk assess the individual and provide a realistic induction period for any employee driving on company business - irrespective of their age," says Bill Pownall, Norwich Union’s motor risk manager.

"Although some firms have a minimum age requirement of 25 when driving on company business, others can be as low as 21," he continues. "Businesses should therefore consider introducing the minimum driving age of 25 should the driver fail to demonstrate an appropriate level of competence when driving or failing to drive safely following a thorough risk assessment."

He went on to recommend that all young drivers undertake a complete in-vehicle risk assessment and take a PASS PLUS course as soon as possible after their test. He also suggests that companies should consider examining drivers on UK traffic law as well as continually monitoring driver performance.

We deal in a range of claims, including whiplash claims and compensation.

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