It is so sad to read about the increase of road accidents this year.

Will people ever learn to slow down and take care even when they are in a hurry?

Will they check their medication to make sure it doesn't make them drowsy, will they not drink?

People are so panicked to get away and relax after a tumultuous year they ignore the three most important things - slow down, take care and be patient.

I've seen cars overtaking on corners on State Highway 2, overtaking with no indicator and changing lanes on the Eastern Link without checking traffic behind. Speeds up to 150km/h.

Inattention is another problem with people still using cell phones.

Sadly, I have observed this over the last two weeks and then we wonder why people are seriously injured or killed. Alcohol and drugs also add to the stats.

Will we ever learn or just brush it off until someone in your family is killed & then things will change dramatically.

Marilyn Cure, Papamoa