Most of us are guilty of a "driving fail" — whether it is speeding down the freeway or munching on breakfast while commuting to work. In fact, a survey by ValuePenguin found that nearly 90% of drivers engaged in dangerous driving behavior within the past year. |

Dangerous driving fails

ValuePenguin's survey of 1,033 licensed U.S. drivers reveals that one in four drivers has sent a text while driving within the past 12 months, which is considered to be the most dangerous habit a driver could perform behind the wheel. While many of the most common driving fails appear to be harmless habits, such as changing the music or talking on the phone, 94% of serious crashes are caused by human error, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, suggesting all drivers could benefit from paying more attention to the road. The survey's results also highlight differences in driving behavior between generations and regions. Millennials, for example, are more likely to admit to applying makeup or not wearing a seatbelt when driving. Drivers in the Northeast are guiltiest of performing at least one driving fail within the past year; however, Southerners admitted to sending more texts while driving. One of the most notorious driving fails — drinking and driving — is also one of the least common habits for drivers, with just 4% of survey respondents admitting to driving under the influence. To uncover the top ten most common driving fails, as revealed in ValuePenguin's survey, click through the gallery above. Related: |

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