Survey: Couple’s Road Trips Improve Relationship

Written by Raouf

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In fact, 91 percent of couples have taken road trips together, and 84 percent agree the experience has strengthened their relationship, according to a new survey of more than 1,000 couples released by YourTango.com, a leader in love and relationships, collaborating with Ford Motor Company.

Sixty-three percent of respondents agree or strongly agree they are affectionate with their partner while driving; they hold hands or share a kiss at a red light. Fifty-seven percent say driving is a good time to discuss important topics with their spouse or partner. In fact, respondents said their three favorite ways to pass the time are:

Talking and catching up with each other (63 percent)
Blasting our favorite music (60 percent)
Getting some quiet time and taking in the sights (37 percent)

“With so many couples struggling with stress and looking for ways to stay connected, we can now offer a new, easy answer: Try going on a road trip!” – YourTango CEO Andrea Miller.

Comfort is definitely a factor, agree YourTango respondents. Seventy-three percent say a car’s interior affects their level of comfort on the road; 42 percent say the noises their car makes affects their driving experience; and 77 percent say an upgrade to the features of their vehicle would improve their togetherness in the car.

Additional survey findings include:
56% say the best driving conversations focus on the present – sights, news, other drivers, followed by 19 percent who say the best discussions involve the future: marriage, kids, home buying, etc.
35% of couples surveyed have been on eight or more road trips together
68% describe their road trips as “fun-filled” or “relaxing”

Survey details and additional insights are available here.