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What does backseat driver mean?

My dad always tells me that my mom is the worst backseat driver he’s ever encountered. I think I know what he’s talking about, but I’m not sure. What does being a backseat driver mean?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Backseat drivers have been the brunt of mother-in-law jokes and stand-up routines for generations. A backseat driver is simply a passenger in a car who offers unwanted advice to the driver. Depending on the severity and frequency of the comments from the backseat driver, the actual driver can get annoyed rather quickly.
What’s even more important is that it can lead to
distracted driving
. When someone is constantly second-guessing you, your attention isn’t focused on the road. Maybe your dad should implement a no-talking policy in the car to curb the issue!
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