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Alarming number of distracted drivers on the road

September 29, 2025 7:58 am in by

New research is providing a timely reminder for local drivers to keep their eyes firmly fixed on the road.

The survey by car insurer AAMI found more than 1 in 3 drivers across the country (38%) have been involved in a collision or near-miss due to distracted driving.

The most common distractions include mobile phones (25%), car radios and GPS (60%), consuming food and drink (65%), or peering at broken down vehicles and collisions (40%).

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Mary Kennedy from AAMI says even a slight distraction can have dangerous consequences.

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