Industry News from Yes Insurance

New research conducted by car care company Comma has revealed that half of Britain's motors could have defective braking systems and up to a third of vehicles' brakes could fail without any warning.

Approximately 700 vehicles were tested up and down the country, with the firm analysing the quality of the brake fluid.

Comma's Mike Bewsey said: "There is a real lack of knowledge amongst drivers of the importance of brake fluid and how it works. Brake fluid is a safety critical item and it's important that this is recognised and that [the fluid's] boiling point is tested on a regular basis."

Acting chief inspector Mick Turner, of the collision investigation unit at the Metropolitan Police, added his weight to the argument, stating: "We see too many victims of road accidents every year who have suffered a crash simply as a result of not maintaining their car properly.

"It's important that motorists remember to maintain every part of their car's safe running, that is after all why car manufacturers recommend set regular service intervals," he added.

Motoring experts recommend that drivers have their car serviced regularly by a reputable mechanic and to make sure you have adequate breakdown cover and car insurance in case of an accident.