Research by Brake suggests that as many as one-in-six road deaths could be caused by drivers under the influence of drugs, whilst a similar number are caused by drivers under the influence of drink.
Having conducted its own research, Fleet Evolution found that a third of company car drivers admit to driving early in the morning after drinking to excess the night before.
As a result, it is recommending a zero-tolerance approach, enforced by stringent policies, and raising awareness on the risks posed by driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
In addition, Fleet Evolution is offering businesses for a limited period of time a free, ready-to-implement policy, regarding employees’ driving responsibilities while on company business, in a bid to cut down on the number of road deaths caused by drink and drugs.
Andrew Leech, managing director of Fleet Evolution, said: “Most drivers respond to education and just need the risks pointing out. Myths prevail over driving the morning after, and your capacity to drive after reaching the alcohol limit, while drug use is still largely uncovered in policies on driving.”
“We hope that by making policies available at no cost, we can possibly help ensure fewer families and colleagues are affected by road traffic accidents, especially in these areas where it is so preventable.”
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Gareth has more than 20 years’ experience as a journalist having started his career in local newspapers in the 1990s. Prior to joining Fleet News in 2008, he worked in the public sector as a media advisor and is currently news editor at Fleet News.
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