A couple of recent letters in your column worryingly reveal how unaware some fellow drivers are of how to drive more safely on motorways. The most common failures can all be summarised, in my view, by the phrase "inadequate space, consideration and understanding". More understanding of how large trucks are speed-restricted, for example, and acknowledging that their drivers have limited visibility would go a long way to reducing motorway accidents.

I am not a truck driver but it would help if more motorway drivers were aware that a truck-busy left-hand lane is much easier to join at around 56mph because the truckers will be happier to let you in. Seeing a faster vehicle approaching a slower vehicle in the same lane means it could pull out and may not have seen you overtaking. High-level brake lights are a great help in anticipating activity way ahead, but are no help if you are following a truck or van too closely.

My point is this: how do motorists unfamiliar with motorway driving become more aware of the features of these generally-safe roads without finding out the hard way and causing mayhem? The Highway Code is a good start but not the ultimate answer, and you can't expect everyone to become an Advanced Motorist. As well as your excellent advice, perhaps there is an opportunity for a special 'Telegraph' book entitled 'How to stay safe on motorways'.