Almost one in five overestimate the drink driving limit

As the festive period draws near, a sobering alert has been issued to motorists across the UK. Nearly two in five significantly overestimate the permitted drink-driving limits, placing themselves and fellow road users in grave danger.

Fresh research has revealed that 37% of drivers mistakenly believe they can lawfully drink beyond the legal threshold.

With online searches for 'penalty for drink driving' rocketing by more than 5,000% over the past month, the findings expose a concerning knowledge deficit as the party season - typically commencing around December 1 - looms.

Drink-driving accounts for 17% of all road deaths across the UK.

Yet, despite extensive campaigns and warnings, numerous motorists persist in underestimating al

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