Survey Reveals Most Americans Prefer Scenic Road Trips Over Highways
Driving on the interstate may shave a few hours off the clock, but nearly half of Americans would rather wind their way through charming small towns on a road trip. A recent survey of 2,000 drivers found that 44% prefer scenic backroads over highways, embracing the slower pace and unexpected discoveries along the way. At the same time, 43% admitted they feel uneasy driving after dark ranking nighttime travel as more intimidating than navigating foreign (40%) or unfamiliar roads (36%). Interestingly, while 38% believe they’re the best driver among their friends and family, 59% confessed they’d happily hand over the keys if it meant they could simply enjoy the ride. On average, respondents said their ideal road trip driving time caps at around seven hours before they’re ready for a break. The poll, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of ZadCars.com , revealed that the average American has taken six to eight road trips in their lifetime and many are eager for more. More than three-quarters (77...