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Distracted driving: a safety guide for responsible young drivers

10 August 2022

Learning to drive is an exciting time in the life of any young person. The freedom and independence which comes from getting behind the wheel is hard to match. New possibilities are suddenly available to you, with reliance on public transport and the help of mum and dad a thing of the past.

Just as with any new responsibilities though, there are also other factors which should be taken into account. Arguably the most important of all is the need to remain safe on the road. One of the biggest challenges comes in the form of distractions.

A new guide from Comparethemarket aims to highlight and provide guidance on how to identify and tackle driving distractions, as well as taking a detailed look at the impact they can have on British roads.

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