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Sam AllcockBy Sam Allcock17/12/20243 Mins Read
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For the second consecutive year, avoiding rear-end collisions has been identified as the leading focus in UK driver training. According to research by E-Training World, a pioneering online driver profiling and e-training provider, this crucial safety issue has emerged as the most requested training module among fleet operators and insurance companies.

In its annual report, E-Training World highlighted that rear-end collisions remain one of the most common types of incidents reported to insurers, making it a key area of concern for road safety. The company’s findings underscore that the high frequency of these accidents is prompting more companies to prioritise training programmes that specifically target the prevention of rear-end crashes.

Rear-end collisions are often caused by factors such as a lack of concentration, following too closely behind other vehicles, and excessive or inappropriate speed. One of the most common locations for such accidents is roundabouts, where drivers tend to focus on traffic already circulating rather than on the vehicle directly in front of them. By increasing awareness of these risk factors and offering tailored training, E-Training World aims to reduce the chances of these types of collisions and improve overall road safety.

The company’s managing director, Graham Hurdle, explained that rear-end collisions are a significant issue for both fleet managers and insurance companies. “Hitting third parties in the rear is one of the most frequent incidents reported to insurance companies. There are many reasons why drivers end up driving into the rear of another vehicle, such as a lack of concentration, following too closely, and inappropriate speed,” Hurdle said. He also pointed out that specific types of roads, like roundabouts, are common hotspots for these collisions due to drivers becoming overly focused on other traffic.

In addition to rear-end collisions, other high-risk areas identified in the study include concentration, observation, hazard perception, and speed awareness. Hazard perception, in particular, remains a critical focus as it is integral to preventing accidents. Being able to spot potential hazards early enables drivers to adjust their driving style in advance, minimising the likelihood of a collision. This is a key component of defensive driving, which emphasises foresight and proactive risk management.

E-Training World’s research also found that car driver training continues to be in the highest demand, followed by training for van and HGV drivers. The company’s services are particularly popular within the insurance sector, which has become a major investor in online driver profiling and e-training. According to E-Training World, motor risk teams at insurance companies have made driver safety training a top priority for their corporate clients, recognising its importance in reducing claims and improving road safety.

The company’s innovative online training systems have earned recognition across the fleet sector. E-Training World has won the BusinessCar Techies ‘Best Risk Management’ Award twice and now serves some of the UK’s largest fleet operators. Their tailored, branded, or white-labelled systems are used by insurance firms, fleet management companies, accident management providers, and vehicle rental specialists.

By addressing key areas of driver behaviour, such as rear-end collision prevention and hazard perception, E-Training World continues to lead the way in improving safety on the roads for both businesses and individual drivers.

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