Say yes to cheaper van, home and car insurance

A fifth of drivers have admitted they would not own up to accidental damage caused by them to another vehicle.

This is according to a new survey by organisers of the British International Motor Show, which branded these drivers 'prangsters'.

Secret pranging happens most frequently at supermarkets, as well as on street parking and in multi-storey car parks.

Wishing to avoid the perceived hassle of dealing with such damage - which could involve having to deal with car insurance providers - was cited as the main reason why prangsters avoid admitting their guilt.

Other driving behaviour uncovered by the poll could cause concern for responsible car insurance customers who are hoping to keep their no-claims bonus intact.

Absent-mindedness of fellow road users - such as the 37 per cent talking on a mobile or the quarter driving off with something left on the roof of their car - could increase accident risk.

The British International Motor Show takes place at the ExCeL centre in London between July 23rd and August 3rd.