Nearly half of female drivers, or 49.8%, reported that they drive five or more times a week, indicating a trend toward becoming more routine drivers. While driving has expanded to include commuting, childcare, shopping, and leisure activities, many still face significant challenges due to a lack of information regarding vehicle maintenance, insurance, and selling used cars.
Hanwha General Insurance released the results of its "2026 Female Driver Survey" on May 11, which included responses from 4,922 female auto insurance customers. The survey found that 23.9% of respondents drive one to two days a week, while 20.4% drive three to four days. Only 5.9% reported that they rarely drive. Additionally, 90% of respondents owned a vehicle in their name.
The most stressful driving situation for respondents was adverse weather conditions, with 82.9% identifying rain or snow as particularly challenging. Notably, drivers with over ten years of experience reported feeling more burdened by driving in bad weather compared to novice drivers. This may be attributed to their heightened awareness of potential risks associated with sudden weather changes, even as they become more accustomed to parking and lane changes.
There was also a significant information gap in vehicle maintenance. About 54.5% of respondents found it difficult to determine when to replace consumables, and 52.1% struggled to assess the appropriateness of maintenance costs. Among those who felt inconvenienced during the insurance application and renewal process, 71.4% cited the overwhelming number of policy options as a burden. Additionally, 49.6% found it challenging to choose an insurance company, while 47.4% had difficulty understanding the scope of coverage.
When it comes to selling used cars, price negotiation emerged as the most significant source of stress. Among those who had experience replacing vehicles, 85% reported that negotiating prices for used cars was difficult, and 44% expressed distrust toward dealers. The primary reason for vehicle replacement was aging, with 75.6% citing this as their motivation.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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