The Pat Kenny Show All the motoring news with Conor Faughnan
Sep 17, 2025
Conor Faughnan, a transport commentator and consultant, dives into the significant impact of passenger behavior on driving dynamics. He reveals how 'carguments' can lead to relationship strains while driving. Faughnan also discusses alarming findings from the RSA study regarding mobile phone use, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and cognitive distractions. With insights into the prevalence of hands-free devices, this conversation sheds light on essential road safety issues that everyone should consider.
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Driving Break Sparks 'Carguments' Confession
- Conor Faughnan recounts a personal driving break where passenger-driver interactions nearly felt homicidal or divorce-inducing.
- He links this common behaviour to 'carguments' and disinhibition with close partners.
Car Arguments Can End Relationships
- Surveys show 56% of couples argue regularly in cars and 8% ended relationships over car arguments.
- For under-35s nearly 20% report breakups linked to car-based fights, indicating strong age effect.
Be A Passenger, Not A Co‑Pilot
- Try to remember you are a passenger, not a co-pilot, and avoid constant instructions or grabbing controls.
- Keep quiet and support the driver, especially in unfamiliar territory, to reduce distraction and tension.