A recent survey by Suncorp Insurance indicates that Australian car park etiquette is at an all-time low, with 38% of people surveyed reporting some form of damage to their car last year. In 94% of cases the culprit did not leave a note.
The bad manners don’t just stop at hit and run, however, with 58% of people reporting another motorist stealing their car in front of them and 80% reporting they had seen other drivers using disabled car spaces without a permit.
The concrete jungle has a profound effect on our personalities, particularly in shopping centres! And with the holiday season approaching (is it too early to say this?), the incidences of ‘car park rage’ are bound to increase. Read the full article here, particularly Suncorp’s tips for avoiding parking stress!