One in five night-time fatal crashes at this time last year involved a 17-20 year old behind the wheel.
Experts have issued a grim warning to young drivers ahead of the festive season as statistics show they are more likely to be involved in a fatal crash.
Findings, which were released to coincide with the Christmas party season, shows young drivers were involved in a fifth of night-time fatal collisions last December, despite this age group making up just 2.4 percent of licence holders. The AA/Yonder poll also shows many drivers are now turning to zero-alcohol options to avoid drink driving. More than four-fifths said the range of zero-alcohol drinks now means there is no excuse for drink driving, while a third say they regularly turn to zero-alcohol drinks when they are the designated drivers.
“There is no excuse to drink and drive, especially with the rise of alcohol-free drinks available. Organise a lift, designate a driver, take a taxi or public transport, or choose a zero-alcohol drink – the options are there.
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