Students put car safety at risk
Written by Richard Sinclair
Worrying findings have revealed that a fifth of car-owning students have driven an un-roadworthy car in an attempt to save money.
The poll by Kwik-Fit shows that students would rather spend money on a night out than ensuring their vehicle is safe.
And that could mean anything from not fitting a new headlight bulb to failing to replace a tyre with an illegal tread depth.
Students who are unsure about their car’s roadworthiness are urged to take it to a garage so a professional can check it over.
"It is only natural that students want to spend what little remainder they have of their student loans on leisure pursuits, but this mustn’t be at the cost of road safety," said David White, Kwik-Fit customer services director.
According to Ucas figures, nearly half a million students accepted university or higher education places in 2008, meaning the number of those driving dangerous vehicles is potentially very worrying.
There are actually simulation driving games available that give teens the opportunity to practice driving on their computers! Those who would like to take practice exams that will prepare them for the real can do so also. Written question practice tests are also available online. By using these driver’s education software packages, a student can learn to become a responsible driver.