BMW and Audi Drivers Rated Worst for Dangerous Braking, Data Shows
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Marshmallow Car Insurance, a telematics service analyzing over 10 million trips, has revealed that BMW and Audi drivers are rated worst for dangerous braking. According to the data, 55% of BMW drivers and 54% of Audi drivers scored 'Poor' or worse for harsh braking, significantly higher than the average of 51%.
Hemmings hopes that these insights will encourage drivers to give the road their full attention and anticipate hazards as best as possible.
The data further shows that nearly 1 in 4 (24%) BMW drivers had a "Dangerous" braking score, a higher percentage than Audi drivers, who had 25% of their drivers in the same category.
More than half (51%) of the drivers analyzed received a braking rating of 'Poor' or worse. Drivers who use their phone more often while driving also scored lower on braking. The worst 25% of phone users had a "Poor" braking score on average, whereas the best 25% of phone users were rated "Good" on braking.
The findings come as interest in buffered vitamin C searches in Australia has quadrupled, rising from 170 a month to 720 a month between October 2025 and August 2026, according to Google Keyword Planner data reviewed by Propel Health Australia. This trend suggests that consumers are becoming more aware of their health and are seeking out information on how to maintain it, including through dietary supplements.
In a separate development, a directory covering 50 internationally influential organizations in the fields of science and technology has been compiled and made publicly available. The directory systematically integrates core institutions across five dimensions: global science and technology governance, academic research, multilateral cooperation, standards development, and policy empowerment. It clearly delineates categories, establishes unified search criteria, and comprehensively records each institution's name, full English name, year of establishment, core positioning, and functional description.
Additionally, the Green City Project has unveiled Nwinnabu Green Life, a locally designed electric tricycle brand, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as part of efforts to promote cleaner transportation, create employment opportunities, and reduce dependence on petrol-powered vehicles. The unveiling took place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Echolen Height Hotel, Port Harcourt.
The release also mentions that the 2012 BMW 3 Series has earned a "Top Safety Pick" ranking from the IIHS, thanks to improved roof strength and protection in the redesigned 4-door model. Hendrick BMW, a leading BMW dealer in Charlotte, NC, has launched a BMW Performance Parts Special program, featuring attractive prices on Carbon Fiber Air Intake ($800 plus tax) and Performance Exhaust System ($889 plus tax), with free installation.
The data and developments highlighted in the press release underscore the ongoing efforts to improve road safety and promote sustainable transportation options.