Many holidaymakers from the UK are choosing to take their car with them to Spain, a new study has found.

According to a survey by Vauxhall, the European country is one of the main hotspots for motoring leisure travellers.

This is because many believe that they will be able to find out more about the region they are visiting if they travel independently.

Indeed, 64 per cent said driving abroad is a good way to become acquainted with different customs and styles.

Simon Ewart, spokesperson for Vauxhall, commented: “It is great to get away and have your own freedom to come and go as you please.”

However, 12 per cent of those polled said they find it difficult to get used to driving on the other side of the road.

This comes after a study by Norwich Union revealed that the average Briton drives a Ford Fiesta and holidays in Spain each summer.

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