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North Wales Live
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you
Where you choose to sit in the car could say more about your personality than you think according to psychologist Dr Martha Newson. Research reveals that our seat choice could explain our social habits and personality types. Two in five opt for the driver's seat and a third admit they would rather travel by train than sit in the passenger seat of someone else's car. Two in five claim they'd never sit anywhere except the front passenger seat. The back seat is the preferred seat for a rare 7%. Dr Newson said: 'Where we choose to position ourselves on a road trip speaks to both our practical instincts and our social style. Some tend to crave control, like the Cruise Commanders behind the wheel, while others, like the adaptable Backseat Boss, lead from the sidelines. These patterns aren't random – we tend to choose the same seat again and again because it gives us a sense of identity, comfort, or control. Whether it's about literally being in the driver's seat, emotional space, or a desire to stay in the background, our seat reflects how we navigate shared experiences. So the next time you share a car journey with others, it's worth thinking about what your preferred seat might say about you and your fellow passengers, to help make for a memorable road trip this season.' Only 1% of Brits choose the middle seat at the back as their preferred spot. Naomi Walkland, CMO at Motorway said, 'At Motorway, we know that cars are about more than just getting you from A to B. They enable so many of life's magical moments, from school runs to summer road trips and staycations. As Brits prepare to pack their boots and hit the road this summer, we're encouraging everyone to find out what their seat choice says about themselves and their fellow passengers – and it might even help everyone to enjoy the magic of their car ownership journey a little more.'
Wales Online
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you People tend to choose the same place to sit in a car Where you choose to sit in the car could say more about your personality than you think according to psychologist Dr Martha Newson. Research reveals that our seat choice could explain our social habits and personality types. Two in five opt for the driver's seat and a third admit they would rather travel by train than sit in the passenger seat of someone else's car. Two in five claim they'd never sit anywhere except the front passenger seat. The back seat is the preferred seat for a rare 7%. Dr Newson said: 'Where we choose to position ourselves on a road trip speaks to both our practical instincts and our social style. Some tend to crave control, like the Cruise Commanders behind the wheel, while others, like the adaptable Backseat Boss, lead from the sidelines. These patterns aren't random – we tend to choose the same seat again and again because it gives us a sense of identity, comfort, or control. Whether it's about literally being in the driver's seat, emotional space, or a desire to stay in the background, our seat reflects how we navigate shared experiences. So the next time you share a car journey with others, it's worth thinking about what your preferred seat might say about you and your fellow passengers, to help make for a memorable road trip this season.' Only 1% of Brits choose the middle seat at the back as their preferred spot. Article continues below Naomi Walkland, CMO at Motorway said, 'At Motorway, we know that cars are about more than just getting you from A to B. They enable so many of life's magical moments, from school runs to summer road trips and staycations. As Brits prepare to pack their boots and hit the road this summer, we're encouraging everyone to find out what their seat choice says about themselves and their fellow passengers – and it might even help everyone to enjoy the magic of their car ownership journey a little more.'
