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Story summary
- The RAC found motorists unintentionally exceeded speed limits after overgrown foliage obscured road signs.
- 94% of surveyed drivers reported signs hidden by trees, branches or hedges.
- 80% said overgrown plants make pulling out of junctions or roundabouts unsafe.
- 21% of respondents missed a turn because signs were hidden.
- The RAC urged owners to trim overhanging plants to keep signs visible.