The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) recently reported that many British car owners, including some with young drivers insurance, are firmly against the issuing of fixed penalty notices for bad driving.
Just 15% of people thought that fines were the most effective deterrent against careless driving. Some 40% were of the opinion that poor drivers would be more likely to clean up their act if they were made to take a compulsory training course.
A further 33% claimed that a severe warning from a police officer would be enough to improve the driving behaviour of irresponsible motorists.
The IAM Chief Executive reported that a large number of young person's car insurance claims are down to driver mistakes, rather than intentional actions. He claimed that this should be enough to persuade the motoring authorities of the need for additional training.
He went on to say, "Driver quality is the key issue in improving road safety. This poll recognises that driving is a skill that needs refreshing and updating. More courses to address poor driving will make our roads safer."
It is thought that novice drivers might make fewer young drivers insurance claims if they were allowed access to post-test motoring centres.