It should only take three seconds to move off when traffic lights change to green – new RAC research reveals – and anything longer is very likely to lead to anger and frustration for those behind waiting, particularly if they’re aged 44 or under.
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Nearly half of the 2,498 drivers (46%) surveyed by the RAC* said it should take no more than three seconds to get going on green, with a third (35%) thinking between four and six seconds is a reasonable time. A relaxed 7% are prepared for others to take as long as they like to pull away.