Top 10 most stressful car journeys revealed

Whether you're new to driving or been doing it for years, sometimes you'll find yourself with a stressful car journey. Research has revealed that a quarter of new parents are most nervous when they have their new born baby on board.

1st CENTRAL car insurance who commissioned this research have revealed that 37% of parents asked said their top concern was other drivers causing an accident, whilst 28% were concerned at the baby was strapped in correctly.

What makes you nervous when you drive, do you agree with the top 10?

1) Driving kids on the school run

With all the school traffic and kids in the car the first drive of the morning can be stressful, keep calm and set off with plenty of time so you're not stressed about being late.

2) Driving to the airport to make a flight

If you're lucky enough to be jetting off this coming Bank Holiday make sure you leave enough time to get to the airport, allowing time for the heavier traffic.

3) Driving other people’s children

Having the responsibility of someone else's children is always stressful, especially in a car, but just make sure they are properly belted up and if they need a booster or car seat make sure they have that as well.

4) Driving your newborn home from hospital

Understandably this is going to be stressful, especially if it is your first born, but just make sure their car seat is fitted correctly and take your time.

5) Driving to a new job on the first day

A new job is stressful enough without a new commute to factor in. Make sure you know the route you'll take and allow yourself extra time for the busy morning traffic. It's all very well doing the run on a Saturday afternoon to test it out, but the traffic will be very different 8.30am on a Monday!

6) Driving to the hospital when you or your partner is in labour

Being in labour is stressful enough without having to drive yourself to hospital! If possible get your partner to drive or get a friend to give you a lift.

7) Driving the in-laws / your parents

Everyone drives differently and it's likely that your parents (or in-laws) learnt to drive a long time ago when things were quite different to how they are now. Try not to get distracted by any 'tuts' or comments they make while you're driving them.

8) Driving with a date in the car

Driving a date can be quite stressful, especially if it's early on in the relationship. Remember you don't want your date to be scared off by your driving!

9) Driving your boss / a colleague

You might have known your colleague for a long time in the workplace, but do you know what they are like as a passenger? Just keep your cool and you'll be fine.

10) Driving to your wedding

Driving to your wedding is never ideal, ask a friend drive you. You will be at your most nervous the morning of your wedding day, whether you're the bride or groom!

Photos: © iStock