The Most Annoying “Backseat Driver” Behavior

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Memorial Day weekend is almost here, which means many will be kicking off their summer vacations, with lots of families loading up the car for a family road trip. But it turns out having the whole family in the car can be a hassle, especially when everyone thinks they are an expert behind the wheel.

A new survey finds:

  • 73% of Americans say at least one member of their family is a “backseat driver.”
  • 30% of Americans identify their teen as the biggest backseat driver in the family.
  • 23% say it’s their spouse or partner.
  • And backseat driving can get super annoying to the person behind the wheel.
  • Among the most annoying backseat driving behavior:
    • Giving unsolicited advice on when you should turn (49%)
    • Complaining that you're driving too slowly (37%)
    • White-knuckling the dashboard (36%)
    • Complaining that you're driving too fast (31%)
    • Yelling "watch out!" at the sight of pedestrians / animals on the road (26%)

Source: SWNS Digital

Thought Starters…

  • Who is the biggest backseat driver in your family? What do they criticize you about the most?
  • What is the most annoying backseat driver behavior?
  • Are you a backseat driver? Do you even realize you are doing it? Has it caused any major fights with your family?
 

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