American's Use Their Cars For a Different Kind of Getaway!

A lot of Americans were stuck in the house with their family for months, with few chances to escape. But it turns out a lot of people did find at least one place to have some alone time – their cars. 

A new poll by TrueCar finds:

  • 73% of Americans use their car to get away from the people they live with.
  • Most Americans are grateful for their cars for lots of reasons, using them for things like:
    • Leisurely drives (56%)
    • Road trips (45%)
    • Getting quiet time for myself (41%)
    • Going for a day-trip (40%)
    • Place for private/business calls (37%)
    • Makeshift office (32%)
    • To go somewhere I’ve never been before (30%)
    • Going to a drive-in movie (28%)
    • Going hiking (26%)
  • Turns out, 69% of Americans consider their car an extension of their home.
  • Another 68% think of their car as part of the family.
  • 35% of car owners have actually named their car.
  • When it comes to their vehicle, the average person will eat 288 meals, and sing 432 songs in their vehicle.
  • Two-thirds say they’ve had some incredible life moments in their car.
  • For example, 42% have had their first kiss in their car, while 40% have had the “move in together” conversation with a partner. 

Source: SWNS Digital


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