New research from AA Accident Assist has revealed what drivers were most likely to crash into during 2025, with parked cars, kerbs and even open car doors among the most common incidents recorded.
New research from AA Accident Assist has revealed what drivers were most likely to crash into during 2025, with parked cars, kerbs and even open car doors among the most common incidents recorded.
The data shows that the most frequent type of collision involved drivers hitting another moving vehicle, accounting for 40 per cent of all incidents attended by AA Accident Assist. The second most common crash involved hitting a parked car, which made up 19 per cent of cases, while around one in 10 drivers were involved in rear-end collisions in slow-moving traffic.
Beyond vehicle-to-vehicle crashes, the figures highlight how often drivers collide with everyday objects. Kerbs, open car doors and debris in the road each featured prominently, alongside impacts with walls, hedges and barriers. Wildlife also appeared in the statistics, with deer involved in around one per cent of reported incidents.
Analysis of incident descriptions suggests that lapses in concentration played a major role in many of the crashes. In one case, a driver forgot to apply the handbrake, causing their car to roll into a neighbour’s parked vehicle, while other incidents included a driver reversing out of a garage and hitting a ladder, and another misjudging space while parking at home and colliding with a wall.
Tim Rankin, managing director of AA Accident Assist, said being involved in a crash can be extremely stressful and may have lasting physical, mental and emotional effects. He explained that the data shows many collisions are caused by momentary lapses in attention, such as following too closely, failing to secure a vehicle properly, or misjudging distances in car parks.
Looking ahead to 2026, Rankin suggested a New Year’s resolution for drivers should be to allow more space between themselves and other road users, slow down, and remain focused at all times. He added that promoting safe, compliant and informed driving is not only about protecting individuals, but also reflects wider company culture and reputation.