Understanding what to do when faced with flooding on the road is an important, yet often overlooked aspect of driver education, which could be the difference between life and death.
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In general, most people drive more safely when it rains. However, some underestimate the danger, which can increase risk.
Our findings suggest many people believe they are regularly exposed to pro-speeding content online or via friends, and this might increase their risk of speeding in the real world.
Our results suggest police location groups and pages on Facebook are helping drivers avoid detection for drug driving - with potentially fatal consequences.
We know young drivers will put themselves in risky situations, which is why strategies to minimise harm also need to be part of their education.
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Research Professor, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Senior Research Fellow in Road Safety Research, University of the Sunshine Coast
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PhD Candidate, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Professor and Director of the Western Australian Centre for Road Safety Research, The University of Western Australia
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Professor, School of Engineering, RMIT University
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PhD Candidate, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Professor of Psychology, Griffith University
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NHMRC Research Fellow, School of Population Health and Co-founder UNSW Beach Safety Research Group, UNSW