Asked what Lithuanian drivers would like more on the streets – the answers are surprising

This was revealed by a representative survey of the Lithuanian population conducted by AC Nielsen Baltics on behalf of the insurance company Gjensidige.

According to the study, the highest expectation that people driving our country on the streets for other drivers is safe speed. Almost a third of people who drive expect this from other drivers. It is noteworthy that the speed of other drivers is more worrisome for women than for men. The need for other drivers to choose a safe speed was expressed at 32 percent. women and 26 percent. mens.

“Increased traffic volume and speed are the main causes of traffic accidents. Our data shows that the most accidental months in Lithuania are May, August, September and December. At that time, the people of our country drive more Intensity on the roads and in a hurry. Speeding is extremely common in both traffic accidents and emergencies. There are several cases where the irresponsible behavior of another driver affects innocent road users. Therefore, it is Lithuanian drivers’ expectation that others will drive at the allowed speed are likely to be based on unpleasant personal driving experiences and a desire to protect themselves and other road users, ”said Viktorija Katilienė, Head of the Claims Department at the Baltic.

Lack of benevolence in rearranging

The study showed 18 percent. For people driving, it is important that other drivers on the road allow them to change lanes in good faith. “These figures illustrate that there is still a lack of goodwill and tolerance when queuing from one lane to another on the streets of our country.” It is especially noticeable during peak hours, when most people go to work or return home after that, ”said an insurance company specialist.

15 percent Respondents expect other drivers to leave a safe distance when driving behind.

“Situations where a car following you hits the back of a vehicle due to a sudden stop are among the most common scenarios for traffic accidents on city streets. If the impact is stronger, the car In the rear of the impact the vehicle in front of or stopped in front of it will often reach. To minimize such situations, a distance of 2 seconds in the city is recommended, that is, it must be in the place where the car is currently in front after 2 seconds ”, advised V. Katilienė.

According to her, other distance recommendations should be followed on the road.

“The driving speed must be divided by 2 into two and converted to meters. When you drive 70 km / h. speed, so the distance to the vehicle in front should be at least 35 meters, “said a representative of the insurance company.

Thanksgiving is more important to men.

Communication with other road users is also important for Lithuanian drivers. According to the study, 14 percent. People driving on the highway expect other drivers to thank them by pressing an emergency light signal. Such communication is more important for men on the road (18%) than for women (13%). Meanwhile, the interests of other road users are much less worrisome to drivers. Only 4 percent. Respondents expect other drivers to stop safely to avoid pedestrians.

According to the study, it is important to nearly a tenth of drivers that other people driving on the road show a turn signal.

“If activated in advance, this signal indicates the driver’s intentions to other road users. Therefore, a timely turn reduces the risk of accidents and traffic accidents, ”said V. Katilienė.

The lowest number of drivers is only 5%. – He expressed the expectation that other drivers would not enter the middle of the intersection, realizing that they would not be able to cross it until the traffic light came on and remained at the intersection.

“This traffic problem is acute in rush hour cities, but the appearance of special” cellular “intersection markings contributes to a more effective solution to this problem,” said a representative from the insurance company.