One in six drivers have almost been involved in crashes due to faded road markings, according to a new survey of motorists. The RAC, which commissioned the poll, described the findings as 'frightening ...

Road markings can be confusing even for a confident driver as the shape, colour and location all affect their meaning.

Question: I enjoy reading your column. I have been driving for a number of years but still get confused as to what all the white road markings mean. I know what the white dashes on a road/highway mean ...