British Motorists Don’t Trust Their Friends Or Family Behind Their Wheel
New research has revealed that most Brits (68 %) don’t trust they’re nearest and dearest to drive their cars. Mums and best friends fared worst, being the least trusted. The top reasons given were perceived inexperience, speeding and nerves when driving.
Women are most anxious about people speeding when driving their car (23 %), whereas men are more concerned about the inexperience of the driver (30 %). Surprisingly, less than one in 10 Brits are worried about past brushes with the law, reckless driving, road rage or a history of accidents.
The survey also disproves the common belief that men are more preoccupied with how people park with 8% of men said that this was why they did not rust other to driver their car, only 2% more than women did.
The dilemma is telling friend and loved ones you don’t trust them to drive their cars. However, it’s encouraging to see that the British motorist does not hand over the car keys easily and is conscious of the potential risks.
I can sympathise, as I had to make the decision to stop my father-in-law driving with my children in the car as I honestly felt he was a liability on road and I knew I could never forgive him if something happened to my children whist in his car.
Believe me it was not a pleasant conversation, but in fairness, he understood.
Jackie Violet