Satnavs 'caused 3,000 accidents'
Date: 21 July 2008
Difficulties involving satellite navigation systems have led to some 3,000 accidents in recent years, it has been claimed.
A survey conducted by Direct Line, an insurance provider, also highlighted that 1.5 million drivers admitted to performing sudden manoeuvres or changing direction due to their satnav's directions, which could potentially be dangerous to other drivers.
It also revealed that 20 per cent of motorists, including couriers, blame the devices for hesitating on busy roads, with one in 50 vehicle users saying the gadgets had caused them to almost have an accident.
Commenting on these findings, Maggie Game of Direct Line said that if satnavs give people a potentially dangerous instruction they should ignore it.
"Motorists must realise that while they are a helpful navigation tool, they should not follow their instructions to the detriment of road safety," she added.
This follows news that a satnav system proved unsuccessful at getting people to their location in less time than if they had asked for directions or used a map during a recent challenge, suggesting that couriers may be unwise to solely rely on them when finding new locations.
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