A record number of women-owned cars took to Britain's roads, last year according to a poll conducted by the Department for Transport (DfT). 37 million vehicles were registered by women at the end of last year, compared to 11 million the previous year.
Ownership rates among women increased almost three times as fast as those for men in the 20 plus age bracket. The breakdown of the 'macho' stereotype, improved affordability and the flexibility and independence that it offers led to more two-vehicle households – signifying that second cars in the household are more likely to be registered by women.
Steve Goodling, director of the RAC Foundation said to The Times “the increase in women drivers and car owners is a reflection of societal changes over many decades that has led to more women than ever being in employment and enjoying financial independence.”
