More than three-quarters of drivers (78%) love to belt out a song in the car – with Queen's “Don't Stop Me Now” topping the list of sing-along driving tunes, a study has found.
The 1979 top 10 hit was followed by the ABBA classic “Dancing Queen”, and “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Jovi.
Meanwhile Neil Diamond's “Sweet Caroline”, and Meatloaf's “Bat Out Of Hell” rounded out the top five car songs.
The survey of 2,000 motorists revealed that pop was the preferred music genre to croon along to in the car, for 34% – followed by rock (20%), and R&B (4%).
And 42% of those polled said a good sing-along is an “essential” part of their driving experience, with over half (51%) claiming it makes them happy.
Ashton Kutcher apologises to Harry Styles for 'acting a jerk' at karaoke partyHowever, only one in five (21%) believe they are any good – while 18% have considered taking singing lessons.
The research was commissioned by Fiat, and was inspired by its all-electric 500 La Prima, which features a JBL audio system.
Following the findings, the Italian car brand has partnered with The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent vocal coach, Annabel Williams, to provide top tips to become pitch-perfect behind the wheel.
Annabel said: “In partnership with Fiat, we’ve revealed what Brits really get up to when it comes to singing in the car.
“There is just something about singing along in the car that brings people a lot of joy – perhaps because you can just go for it, and no-one can hear you.
“I love being able to sing in the car without judgement – unless you have passengers, of course!
“Ultimately, though, singing should be something enjoyed by everyone, no matter what their level. Singing is therapeutic, and always makes people feel better.
“Whatever your ability, I’ve put together five top tips to help you become pitch-perfect behind the wheel in the new all-electric Fiat 500.”
The study, carried out via OnePoll, also found 16% of motorists have been asked to stop singing in the car, while 11% have been left embarrassed after being caught crooning.
Nearly two-thirds (64%) believe music is essential for the optimum driving experience, with 62% claiming singing along makes long journeys go quicker.
Scientific formula names happiest songs - Good Vibrations tops the listBut 54% find driving less enjoyable if they’re forced to listen to music they don’t like – while 65% have had arguments over the choice of tunes during a car journey.
And 37% have been forced to listen to tone-deaf passengers or drivers while on the road – likely making their journeys slightly less mood-boosting.
A spokesman for Fiat said: “Our research highlights the joy that singing in a car brings to drivers.
“Clearly, the private sanctuary of a car gives drivers the confidence to hit the high notes, even if people don’t think they can actually sing.
“That’s why we’ve teamed up with Annabel Williams to share her in-car singing tips – as it's near silent on the road, we think it’s a great environment to sing in.”
TOP 40 BEST SONGS TO SING ALONG TO IN THE CAR:
ANNABEL WILLIAMS' TOP FIVE IN-CAR SINGING TIPS: