You Drive Me Crazy

Last updated: 07/09/2006 - 09:37

What annoys you most about your partner’s driving?

When it comes to driving, women's number one pet hate is their man going too fast, closely followed by him getting too close (to the car in front).

Men, on the other hand, get up tight about their partner’s hesitancy when it comes to making manoeuvres.

As a result, nearly one in five women drivers questioned in a recent survey said their partner’s performance in the car has often lead to arguments, although only one in ten men agreed.

Direct Line Rescue is offering drivers of both sexes a few simple tips to ensure that driving doesn't ruin their journey - or their relationship.

They suggest you try the following next time tempers get a little frayed:

  • Pull over: If you are feeling stressed behind the wheel, you should pull over to the side of the road (in a safe place)


  • Take deep breaths: Hold the steering wheel more lightly, breathing in deeply through the nose. Breathe out slowly through the mouth, relaxing your grip slightly as you do so. Repeat several times


  • Loosen Up: Stress can make the neck and shoulder muscles tense and knotted, which can lead to unwanted headaches. Relax your muscles, by ‘rocking’ your head very gently from side to side. Raising and dropping your shoulders can also alleviate tension


  • Massage those muscles: If there are two of you, why not give each other a quick shoulder massage? It can help relieve the tension on long journeys


  • Music to your ears: Play a favourite tape or CD - one that you know will put you both in a good mood


  • If all else fails: Pull into the nearest service station and buy some chocolates!

    • More information available in On The Road

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