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Some 4pc said they would go as far as texting or calling friends or family nearby to alert them.
Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of motorists believe speed cameras are an effective deterrent to speeding, especially in accident prone areas, the survey findings show.
However, 29pc of respondents are either unsure of their impact (20ps), believe they are not very effective (4pc) or not effective at all (5pc).
While 45pc of motorists say they never exceed the speed limit, 43pc admit to driving more cautiously when they spot a speed camera.
Some 4pc of motorists also said they are willing to “take a chance” by speeding, the survey, which was conducted by iReach Insights, revealed.
While 3pc of drivers say they actively avoid areas were speed cameras are in place, this figure rises to 8pc for drivers aged between 25 and 34.
The survey also found that a higher percentage of men (25pc) believe that speed cameras are very effective compared to women (17pc), while around half of those aged between 25 and 34 believe they are somewhat effective.
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While 3pc of drivers say they actively avoid areas where speed cameras are in place, this figure rises to 8pc for drivers aged between 25 and 34.
More than half of 18 to 24 year-olds said they drive more cautiously due to speed vans, the same age group is the most likely to warn oncoming drivers.
Drivers over the age of 45 were shown to be the least likely to drive over the speed limit, according to the survey.
“It’s encouraging to see that the majority of motorists recognise the role speed cameras play in promoting safer driving, particularly in accident blackspots,” said Julia Frazer, underwriting and product lead at Aviva.
“Interestingly, our research shows that younger drivers and men are more likely to view these cameras as very effective, suggesting a growing awareness of road safety among these groups.
“However, the research shows that a considerable number of drivers – especially those aged 25 to 34 are unsure about their impact, so there’s clearly more work to be done in raising awareness about how average speed cameras contribute to reducing accidents and saving lives.”
Ms Frazer said the findings also highlight some “concerning behaviours – such as flashing oncoming drivers or alerting others to the presence of speed vans – which can undermine the purpose of these safety measures”.
“Motorists who text family members or friends while driving to warn them of the presence of a speed van are taking risks that could have grave consequences for themselves or other road users.”
She added: “Speeding is a major contributor to fatalities and serious injury on our roads, underscoring the importance of targeted enforcement and public awareness campaigns in promoting safer driving behaviours across all age groups.”
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