APPRENTICE candidate Carrington Saunders has apologised for filming herself while driving.
The loungewear entrepreneur shared multiple videos on her YouTube channel which sees her dance and show off her manicured nails while driving along.
The dangerous stunts also see her take both hands off the wheel for prolonged periods and she also consistently takes her eyes off the road.
In one video she has a near crash and says: “I nearly hit my rims” and in another she shows off an unopened alcoholic drink she plans to have later.
But using a device while driving is illegal and carries hefty fines, up to six points and in some cases, a ban.
Carrington will star in series 20 of the popular BBC business show featuring Sir Alan Sugar, which starts on BBC1 on Thursday. (January 29).
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IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes slammed the driving behaviour.
He said: “Using a phone while driving for any purpose can be highly distracting and risks a serious collision.
“Recording a blog behind the wheel, even with hands-free, means both your eyes and your mind are not focused on what is going on ahead and ultimately begs the question of whether you are driving with due care and attention.”
An AA spokesperson added: “Distraction at the wheel is one of the biggest risks to road users.
“Even the briefest moment of lost focus can have serious consequences, which is why we urge drivers to stay fully alert, put phones out of reach and avoid anything that takes their attention away from driving.
“Staying focused helps protect not only the driver, but everyone else on the road.
“It is also important to wear your seatbelt properly across your shoulder otherwise it will not be effective in a crash.”
Carrington told The Sun on Sunday: “I regret my actions and apologise unreservedly.
“Driving while filming content is unsafe and unacceptable, and I take full responsibility for this serious lapse in judgement.”
Last week the Apprentice’s production company was forced to speak out after racist and sexist tweets by a fellow contestant were unearthed by the Sun on Sunday.
Entrepreneur Levi Hague posted about a “dirty Muslim” and called women “slags” and “dogs”.
Now, Carrington’s footage will spark further questions about how contestants are vetted.
Mobile use at the wheel is one of the ‘fatal 4’ most likely to cause death, alongside speeding, driving under the influence and not wearing a seatbelt.
In 2023, there were 25 fatal collisions directly attributed to mobile use while driving.
