As a fellow petrol head, I get it—we love our cars. But even among us, there are habits that can drive anyone crazy. Here are 21 habits that might make you nod in agreement or reconsider your own behaviors.
1. Revving the Engine Excessively
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Yes, we know your car sounds great, but constant revving, especially in residential areas, can be obnoxious and unnecessary.
2. Overusing Car Jargon
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Not everyone understands or cares about technical car terms. Overloading conversations with jargon can alienate people who just want to talk cars in plain English.
3. Judging Car Choices
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Everyone has different tastes and budgets. Judging others for their car choices just makes you look like a snob.
4. Constant Mod Talk
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Mods are great, but not everyone wants to hear about every single detail of your latest upgrade. Sometimes, less is more.
5. Tailgating
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No one likes a tailgater. It’s dangerous and gives all petrol heads a bad name.
6. Street Racing
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It’s illegal and dangerous. Save it for the track where it belongs.
7. Bragging About Speed
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We get it; your car is fast. But constantly bragging about your top speeds can be tiresome and comes off as insecure.
8. Ignoring Maintenance
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Boasting about how you’ve never changed your oil or ignoring other maintenance tasks isn’t impressive; it’s irresponsible.
9. Loud Music at Car Meets
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Blasting music at car meets can ruin the experience for others who just want to appreciate the cars and have a conversation.
10. Hogging the Car Wash
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Taking forever at the car wash, especially during peak times, is inconsiderate. Be efficient and let others have their turn.
11. Showing Off Burnouts
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Burnouts are cool to watch, but doing them in public places can be annoying and leave behind tire marks that nobody wants to see.
12. Excessive Photos and Selfies
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Taking a few photos is fine, but monopolizing the scene with endless photoshoots can annoy others who want to enjoy the event.
13. Leaving Trash Behind
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Leaving trash at car meets or events gives a bad impression. Clean up after yourself and respect the space.
14. Over-the-Top Customizations
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Not everyone appreciates overly flashy or extreme customizations. Sometimes, subtlety is more appreciated.
15. Being a Know-It-All
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There’s always someone who thinks they know everything about cars. It’s fine to share knowledge, but being a know-it-all can be irritating.
16. Blocking Traffic for Photos
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Stopping traffic to take a photo of your car is not only annoying but also dangerous. Find a safe spot for your photoshoots.
17. Excessive Honking
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Using your horn excessively, especially in non-emergency situations, can be very irritating to everyone around you.
18. Disregarding Speed Limits
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Speed limits are there for a reason. Ignoring them doesn’t just put you at risk, but also everyone else on the road.
19. Leaving Engines Running
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Idling your car for long periods, especially in enclosed spaces, can be annoying and even harmful due to the emissions.
20. Loud Phone Conversations
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Talking loudly on the phone at car meets or events can be disruptive. Keep it down or take it somewhere private.
21. Poor Parking
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Taking up multiple spots or parking carelessly shows a lack of respect for other drivers. Park properly and consider others.
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As petrol heads, we can all improve our behavior to make our community more enjoyable for everyone. What habits will you work on?
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