Royal Family follows 7 unwritten driving rules which experts say we should copy

The Royal Family are known to adhere to a wide range of protocols and rules regarding overall etiquette, manners and even safety measures that form their royal behaviour. Members of the Royal Family abide by various rules, which dictate how they lead their everyday lives.

These include heirs to the throne travelling separately, various dietary restrictions for their safety and for "courtesy" or how to exit a vehicle with grace. However, according to experts, the royals also adhere to a strict set of unwritten driving rules, which the rest of us should follow.

Here, the Express takes a look at all seven of the unwritten rules the royals follow when driving.

Senior royals are said to be trained to remain composed at all times, including in the car.

That means no aggressive acceleration, erratic turns, or sharp braking, even if they’re late for an engagement.

Driving behaviour analyst Patrick Mumford said on behalf of Number 1 Plates: "There’s a calmness to their driving style.

"It’s deliberate, controlled, and always measured."

Whether waving to a crowd or just repositioning on the wheel, royals are said to be instructed to avoid any hand gestures that could be misread, especially in traffic.

Etiquette expert Francesca Langley said: "Everything they do is visible, and hand movement matters.

"Even a wave is done with subtlety."

According to experts, if another driver cuts them off or behaves aggressively, the royals are taught not to react by staring, gesturing, or retaliating.

Ms Langley: "You’ll never catch a royal engaging in road rage. They’ll look away before they’ll respond."

The driving expert said that the public will unlikely ever see any member of the Firm adjusting the radio, eating, or checking directions while driving.

Their attention remains on the road, with navigation typically pre-set or handled by staff

Mr Mumford said: "Distractions are unacceptable in royal protocol. And frankly, that’s a rule we all should follow."

Although many royals own their own luxury vehicles, their driving is low-key and respectful.

They don’t rev engines, speed off, or drive for attention.

Ms Langley said: "They understand that the car doesn’t speak louder than their behaviour."

Mr Mumforn noted that the habit which stood out the most in his video analysis was that the Royal Family consistently thank other drivers with a wave, nod, or subtle gesture when let out or given way.

He said: "It’s small but constant. Prince William, Kate, even King Charles – they always acknowledge a kind gesture. It’s about respect and emotional intelligence."

Whether leaving an event or driving near the public, royals are thought to treat every journey as part of their public image. That means careful, respectful, and considerate behaviour at all times.

Ms Langley said: "Even inside a car, they’re representing the monarchy. They know people are watching — and they act accordingly."