NEW RESEARCH CONDUCTED by Enterprise Rent-A-Car has revealed Irish motorists’ attitudes to driving in foreign countries.
Over one-fifth (21%) of respondents cited Italy as the least enjoyable country in which to drive and 45% of respondents believe Italian motorists to be the worst drivers. France was second on the list with 16% of those surveyed saying it is an unenjoyable country in which to drive.
And what country do Irish motorists consider to be the most enjoyable? That would be our neighbours the UK – with 40% of respondents having had a pleasant driving experience elsewhere in these islands.
Other countries Irish holidaymakers enjoy driving in include:
Of those surveyed, 59% see other nationalities as better drivers than Irish motorists, with over one-third of respondents (35%) believing German motorists to be the most careful of drivers.
The survey revealed that the US (41%) is the ideal country for a road trip with 37% saying Route 66 would be their preferred choice of scenic drives worldwide.
Other international driving routes that made the wish list include:
“The research revealed some interesting nuggets on Irish attitudes to stressful driving routes abroad,” said George O’Connor, Managing Director, Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ireland.
The fact that Italy came out on top may reflect Irish drivers’ concerns about driving on the other side of the road and competing with local drivers who are more familiar with driving in busy urban areas.
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