Women's Car Insurance
Women drivers 'react differently' to weather warnings
Wed, 04 Jan 2006
Female motorists are less likely to get behind the wheel than men in bad weather conditions, it has been revealed, particularly if they were planning on carrying children with them in the car.
According to figures from the British Highways Agency, women drivers react differently and with more precaution to severe weather warnings, with 40 per cent saying they are likely to decide not to travel in bad conditions.
Having an accident was found to be biggest fear overall for drivers of both sexes however when the winter weather strikes. Concerns about other people driving too fast and the risk of skidding on icy patches also ranked highly.
"These findings underline that it's vital for drivers to make sure they are ready for severe winter weather, especially during the festive season when people are setting out on longer journeys to visit family and friends," said roads minister, Stephen Ladyman.
"If the weather gets bad, then change how you drive. Slow down and keep extra room between vehicles because it takes longer to stop in wet or icy conditions. Watch out for reduced visibility in fog, heavy rain and spray."
Female drivers in particular are advised to prepare themselves for the winter if they feel apprehensive in severe weather conditions by taking out adequate women's car insurance and equipping their vehicle with a winter emergency kit.
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