DORSET has been dubbed one of the UK's hotspots for careless driving, according to new research.

The data has been compiled by car dealer Big Motoring World, which has revealed which English counties have the most careless drivers.

The latest DVLA data shows that the total number of endorsements for careless driving which did not result in injury or death reached nearly 58,000 in the last three years. 

Careless driving offences are committed when your driving 'falls below the minimum standard expected of a competent and careful driver'.

Penalties range from fines and points on your licence while more serious cases can go to court and lead to disqualification.

The research showed that Dorset had one of the highest rates of careless driving, with 2.61 per 1,000 drivers committing an offence between 2020 and 2022. 

Drivers registered in Greater London collected the most careless driving offences in the last three years, followed by West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. 

Peter Waddell, chief executive Officer at Big Motoring World, said: “It is certainly interesting to find out how different areas compare, yet we need to keep in mind that accidents can happen to any driver who gets behind the wheel. 

“Even those who do not have a careless driving offence on their record need to remain vigilant, and that includes keeping up with their car maintenance to help them avoid any mistakes which could impact other road users.” 

Read more about the research here: https://www.bigmotoringworld.co.uk/news/where-are-the-uk-s-carless-driving-hotspots