Whiplash claims more likely to be made by male drivers
According to a recent study, female drivers are the least expected group of motorists to make whiplash claims as they are more likely to have their head restraint in the correct position.
The study carried out by the Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre Thatcham reported that 43% of women knew the correct position of their head restraint compared to 75% of male drivers who didn't know and were putting themselves at risk of car accident injuries.
A lab manager at Thatcham said, "The head restraint should be seen as every bit as important as the seat belt - yet people seem oblivious as to how to use it properly."
*Where replacement vehicle costs can be recovered from the insurance company of the person who caused the accident.
Where this person is untraceable or uninsured, or where there is a dispute over liability, a replacement vehicle cannot
be provided.
