Car insurer says female driver stereotypes are outdated

Old-fashioned stereotypes corresponding to women and cars are dead and buried and a new generation of female drivers have arrived, according to Admiral .

Research conducted by Admiral's specialist women's car insurance provider Diamond, revealed that 44 per cent of women discuss their motors with their friends and less than three per cent would pick a car because of its colour.

Sian Lewis, managing director of Diamond car insurance, commented that modern women are making informed choices about which car they buy. She also indicated that female drivers are dedicated to looking after their vehicle . Ms Lewis said: "Our research shows many of the stereotypes you hear about women drivers are very much outdated and untrue."

Recently, Admiral reported that many people are putting themselves at risk if they get behind the wheel when they are stressed. It found that 45 per cent of drivers are more likely to lose concentration when they are anxious .