Record number of “banned drivers” predicted for 2007

Eighty-six percent of motorists admit to breaking motoring laws that could ban them from driving. It is only by luck they don't get caught – new research reveals drivers’ luck is about to run out with record motorist disqualifications predicted for 2007.

According to the Home Office 13.5 million motorists had points put on their licence in the last year of complete driver statistics; the highest ever recorded. In the same year 221,400 drivers were banned from driving. A new survey reveals that whilst 86% of motorists admit to occasionally breaking motoring laws that would add points and could result in a ban, most drivers stressed their actions as a genuine mistake or oversight, claiming it was never their intention to break the law.

The most common offence admitted was for speeding, followed by failing to comply with a traffic sign, driving through a red light and using a mobile phone while driving. Other offences included illegal parking and crossing a double white line in the middle of the road – some motorists admitted to drinking while driving.

Mail order specialists, Car Parts Direct who carried out the research predict a huge rise in driver disqualifications this year. Mark Cornwall of Car Parts Direct said, “There are already over a hundred offences that can add points to a motorist’s driving licence. It will be near impossible for motorists to avoid picking up points, or worst still a ban in 2007.”

Mark Cornwall claims improved speed camera technology will have the largest impact for motorists, followed by the new mobile phone law. Under new legislation motorists will for the first time have points added to their licence as well as an increased £60 fine. More than 100,000 motorists received just a £30 fine for using their mobile phones while driving during 2006.

The research was carried out during the development of a new satellite navigation system that not only recommends the best routes for motorists to drive, it also shows the best lane to drive in to avoid dangerous lane changes. It warns of every known speed and traffic light camera in the UK. The driver is made aware if they are exceeding the speed limit. It even shows the nearest car park to avoid penalty points for dangerous and illegal parking.

Mark Cornwall added, “It really is easy for even the most law abiding motorists to slip over a speed limit – a simple unintentional mistake can leave a motorist without a licence. The Rossini Navigator and Speed Camera Spotter is designed to help motorists reach their destination in safety, by the best route and on time, importantly, drivers can avoid penalty points and reduce the risk of losing their licence – especially for speeding.”

The New Rossini Navigator and Speed Camera Spotter database of camera locations is claimed to be the most complete in the industry. So detailed, the supplier, Car Parts Direct even offers to pay £60 cashback to any customer who is unfortunate enough to pick up a speeding ticket from any speed camera or traffic light camera where the location is not included.

The Rossini Navigator and Camera Spotter costs £399 and includes free speed camera updates until 2009. There are NO subscriptions to pay and user does not need a computer to update speed camera locations. The device operates from the cigarette lighter socket and is supplied ready to use from opening the box. Visit carparts-direct.co.uk.