Despite Ample Evidence, Many Americans Consider Themselves Safe Drivers

Most Americans appear to have a high opinion of themselves as drivers, with the vast majority rating themselves as having safe driving practices. Research shows that there's a funny disconnect between what Americans admit they do behind the wheel and how they view themselves as drivers. Most drivers believe they are excellent behind the wheel, despite freely admitting to dangerous driving practices. As part of new research that was commissioned by Ford, researchers interviewed more than 2,500 Americans with driving licenses. The subjects were all over 18 years old, and came from 18 different cities.