In a new poll conducted by Continental Tyres in the U.K., Jeremy Clarkson has topped a poll of people British motorist would least like to share a driving adventure with.
The controversial motoring journalist and star of Top Gear was rated as the worst person to share a 4x4 drive across the Sahara Desert. Hot on Clarkson’s heels was erstwhile model Katie Price. British Prime Minister David Cameron came a close third.
The poll of 2,000 motorists identified a good sense of humor as the top trait for a co-driver, ahead of good motoring knowledge and survival skills. The research was conducted as part of the launch of this year’s Conti 4x4 Trophy, where people compete for a place on an epic off-road challenge, driving a Hummer across the Sahara Desert.
Tim Bailey, spokesperson for Continental, said: “Driving thousands of miles through the Atlas Mountains and the fiery sands of the Sahara Desert makes your choice of co-driver incredibly important. It’s a long, tough and often dangerous journey. Jeremy Clarkson might have motoring credentials, but his calamitous road trips on Top Gear or his lack of practical skills or his outspoken views mean most people would leave him behind.”
When men were asked which female celebrity they would choose to do the journey with, Kelly Brook was number one. And women chose Robert Pattinson to rev their engine. (Tyres & Accessories)