India is widely considered the most difficult country to drive in, consistently ranking at the top for dangerous, chaotic, and high-stress driving conditions, with a "scare score" of 7.15 out of 10, according to Scrap Car Comparison. Key factors include severe congestion, unpredictable behavior, poor infrastructure, and weak traffic law enforcement, say CNBC.
India tops the list as the country motorists are most nervous to drive in – and perhaps for good reason. India is renowned for its unpredictable traffic conditions, with everything from cars and motorcycles to rickshaws and even livestock sharing the roads, meaning there are lots of hazards to be aware of.
Britain has one of the safest road networks in Europe but also some of the worst congestion, according to new analysis by LeaseCar. The UK recorded an overall index score of 63 out of 100 across safety, traffic, road quality and fuel prices, ranking 18th out of the countries analysed.
No, the UK driving test isn't universally considered the hardest in the world, but it's known for being challenging due to its stringent standards, low pass rates (around 43-46%), integrated hazard perception, and required maneuvers, though countries like Germany, Finland, and Denmark often have tougher, more comprehensive requirements, including extensive mandatory training or night/skid pan sessions.
It's not the hardest adjustment to make and if you're focused then you're going to be just fine driving in the UK. However, some roads are harder than others and when faced with cyclists, pedestrians, and traffic, your instincts get a little twisted due to being on the left side of the road.
He may have Brit awards and an honorary doctorate to his name, but it looks like Ed Sheeran is just as pleased to get a driving licence. The Suffolk singer passed his test in Ipswich yesterday - his instructor posting the news on social media.
Eating a banana before a driving test is a popular tip to help calm nerves and improve focus, as they provide slow-release energy and contain tryptophan (converted to happy-hormone serotonin) and potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and oxygen to the brain, while B vitamins aid in calming the nervous system. It offers a natural boost without the crash from sugary snacks, making it a “superfood” for test anxiety.
Road safety in the UK is often framed in relative terms. Compared to international benchmarks, we perform well: lower death rates per capita than the US, fewer fatalities per vehicle mile than most of Europe.
The French are said to be among the most aggressive drivers in Europe: 91% routinely break the speed limit, 65% use their phones while driving, and 32% admitted to deliberately “hitting” the vehicle of a driver that annoyed them.
➢ Grade 3 fault: Dangerous/Potentially Dangerous fault or total disregard of traffic controls. All faults the occur between 0% to 35% on the marking scale will not be recorded as they are not deemed a serious fault. Failure of the test arises when an applicant incurs any of the following: ➢ 1 or more grade 3 faults.
If you drive for fewer than four hours every day in any fixed week, you do not have to meet the drivers' hours requirement for that week. If you drive for longer than 4 hours on one or more days, the rules apply for all days in that week. A fixed week runs from 00:00 on Sunday to 00:00 the next Sunday.
10 Golden Rules for Road Safety Stop or Slow Down, Buckle Up, Never use Mobile while Driving, Wear Helmet, Obey Traffic Rules and signs, speed limits Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India #MORTHRoadSafety Delhi Traffic Police.
Ed Sheeran has publicly discussed his childhood stutter, which he largely overcame by rapping Eminem's music, and has mentioned potential neurodivergence like dyslexia and ADHD, though he hasn't confirmed formal diagnoses for the latter two; he also spoke about struggling with disordered eating and feeling like an outsider due to his appearance and social difficulties. He uses his platform to advocate for overcoming challenges, noting that his speech impediment didn't stop him.
Read more about Lara's testimonial here. Adele Adkins passed her driving test at Sidcup South East London driving test centre Friday 11th October at 10:14 am on her first attempt. Fantastic instructor, lovely nutter, couldn't have done it without Noel.
In the last five years, Ed Sheeran has lost 14 kg by running, doing pilates, and a bunch of other rigorous exercises under the supervision of fitness experts. The singer started January 2025 by doing a dry Jan. "Just carried on being sober and exercising.