“Deserve To Be Flung Into The Sun”: 50 Dumb Drivers That Are A Danger To Themselves And Society (New Pics)

Cars are one of themost dangerous forms of transportation, second only to motorcycles. But since they’re such a routine part of daily life, it’s easy to forget how risky they can be. Being on the ground doesn’t feel nearly as intimidating as flying 40,000 feet in the air, after all.

Just take a look at the pictures we’ve gathered of some trulyquestionable drivers, and you’ll see exactly what we mean. Stay safe out there!

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Damaged car with bent license plate in rainy street, illustrating idiots in cars.

Dirty car bumper with “wash me” written in the mud, highlighting poor car maintenance.

Bus and sports car accident being handled by a worker wearing a safety vest.

Car driving away with a gas pump nozzle still attached, illustrating a common mistake seen in “Idiots In Cars”.

Disclaimer: photos taken safely at a red light!While no picture can capture the essence of this somehow not illegal car lights, I feel like the literal twinkle streaks is a good indicator.This person was behind me (and several others) most of my commute. Lights like this clearly aren’t for the driver’s visibility benefit since many are affixed to trucks requiring a miniature ladder to hop in, so what is the point other than Main Character douchebaggery?

Car interior at night with bright headlights in mirrors, illustrating common driving hazards.

Car with open trunk overloaded with wooden planks on a street near a car dealership.

A yellow car precariously loaded onto a pickup truck bed on a highway, illustrating a classic ‘idiots in cars’ scenario.

Two cars in a traffic mishap at an intersection.

Truck overloaded with bricks on a highway, illustrating dangerous driving from “Idiots-In-Cars” scenarios.

A dog perched on a car door, with a driver inside, driving on a highway.

Person riding on top of a car holding a large wooden object, exemplifying risky behavior in traffic for Idiots-In-Cars theme.

Car driving off with gas pump attached, illustrating a common mistake often seen in “Idiots-In-Cars” posts.

Black truck parked across two disabled spots, exemplifying poor parking from “Idiots-In-Cars” situations.

Truck side mirror with red circle highlighting a car, illustrating poor visibility on a rainy road.

Car stuck on a sandy beach at sunset with a person digging near it.

A truck and a car awkwardly positioned on a narrow street, highlighting a traffic mishap involving vehicles.

Car covered in a thick layer of snow, driving on a street, illustrating risky driving behavior.

People riding unsafely in the back of a moving pickup truck, illustrating risky behavior on the road.

Red GMC truck driving with a couch precariously tied to the tailgate, illustrating poor transport decisions.

Car parked facing the wrong way near “Not an Exit” sign, potential tire damage, highlighting drivers' mistakes.

Overloaded pickup truck with a precarious stack of furniture, illustrating the chaos of idiots in cars.

Car with precariously balanced furniture on the road, police vehicle nearby. Idiots in Cars moment captured on a highway.

Two people kneeling on a trailer loaded with lumber at a stoplight, demonstrating dangerous behavior.

Red SUV transporting a cage with a goat on its roof, exemplifying reckless behavior often seen in “idiots in cars” scenarios.

Car carrying oversized wooden planks awkwardly protruding through windows, driving down a busy street.

Large white truck in traffic with an unsecured long beam, highlighting unsafe driving behavior in cars.

Minivan driving with a missing rear wheel, showcasing poor car maintenance.

Van with snow-covered windshield blocking driver’s view on the road, illustrating risky driving behavior.

Truck overloaded with unsafe cargo on a busy road, highlighting hazardous driving behavior.

Man holding a washing machine on a trailer while traveling down a road, illustrating careless driving behavior.

Person riding motorcycle with a small child sitting in front, stopped at a traffic light on Eastman Ave.

Car parts and bricks scattered on suburban street, likely from careless driving incident.

Two people sit dangerously on the back of a moving SUV on the road.

A child leaning on the steering wheel of a moving car, with another car and a motorcycle in the background.

Jeep Renegade stuck on sandy beach with palm trees in background, showcasing a classic “idiots in cars” scenario.

Car stuck on a rock in a parking lot, illustrating a common “Idiots in Cars” scenario.

Open back of truck on highway, loaded with unsecured pallets, illustrating risky driving behavior related to “Idiots-In-Cars."

Red truck transporting a large trampoline unsafely, stopped at an intersection under clear blue skies.

Convertible car carrying a towering stack of wooden pallets on top, illustrating an unsafe driving scenario.

Traffic jam with cars driving on the shoulder, illustrating careless driving behavior.

Truck spilling soda boxes at an intersection, man and motorcycle nearby; scene from Idiots-In-Cars series.

Overloaded car with miscellaneous items, including a bike and raft, precariously strapped, showcasing idiocy in vehicle packing.

Pickup truck with people sitting unsafely in the bed, illustrating risky behavior on the road.

Dog sitting in the back of a pickup truck on a sunny day, viewed from a car window, illustrating risky driving behavior.

Car carrying oversized wood load, poorly secured, extends dangerously from windows, under traffic lights.

Dog in a cage strapped to the back of a moving SUV, representing poor car safety decisions.

Dog lounging in the trunk of a white SUV with the hatch open, illustrating an unusual car occupant scenario.

Person awkwardly seated in a car with knees near the steering wheel, demonstrating unsafe driving posture.

Two cars in an unusual position under a bridge, blocking the road, illustrating the theme of “Idiots in Cars."

Person working under a car in the middle of a busy intersection, showcasing dangerous behavior typical of idiots in cars.

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In navigating the often perilous world of driving, it becomes apparent how easily people can make poor choices.

A car crashed into a tree on a suburban street, illustrating risky driving behaviors.