Just as there are many different kinds of people in the world, there are many different types of drivers on the road. Here are three common types you’ll find.
A big reason roadways are so unpredictable is because drivers differ so much from one another. Drivers’ personalities dictate their behind-the-wheel decision-making, which differs from that of the driver one lane over. You must understand these differences for your own driving safety—here are the five types of drivers on the road to help you gain a clearer picture.
Miss Oblivious
First up, Miss Oblivious. An oblivious driver often misses lane indicators, speed limit changes, exit signs, and more. In general, they lose focus on the road during important times—though they won’t admit they do. These drivers often merge lanes late, garner the attention of nearby police, and have to take a detour to make up for their mistakes. They get caught up in a conversation and lose track of what’s happening on the road.
Mr. Defer to Others
Next, Mr. Defer to Others allows lets others merge into his lane, much to the chagrin of those behind him. These drivers prioritize peace over timeliness and don’t want to cause a problem. They may even allow someone the right of way when it’s clearly their own. While they tend to hold up traffic a bit, these drivers are extremely safe.
Madame Gain-Every-Inch
Meanwhile, Madame Gain-Every-Inch blazes in and out of traffic, cutting people off every few minutes with great self-confidence. These drivers prioritize their own time above others’ but also are ready to speed up and break up a traffic jam at a moment’s notice and have great awareness of how much space their car takes up. They often weave through lanes looking for the fastest one; however, they don’t often save much time in doing so.
Sir Driving Paralysis
Sir Driving Paralysis differs from Madame Gain-Every-Inch in almost every way. These drivers drive with great anxiety, always fearful of making a mistake. They focus intently but are actually less safe than others. The reason? They can’t decide how to react in an emergency and end up doing nothing. Their fear compromises their evasive maneuvering, though there are ways for them to conquer this driving fear.
Mrs. Well-Versed
The last in our cast of the five types of drivers on the road is Mrs. Well-Versed. These drivers were born to drive safely and react appropriately, though it’s more accurate to say they get this way through years of practice. They and their loved ones trust their driving intuitions and often ask them to drive. Though they end up spending more time in the driver’s seat than the average person, they also tend to enjoy driving more than others.