The full list of what pet names drivers give their vehicles has been released and the results throw up some surprises Herbie, after the famous VW Beetle in the eponymous films, is among Brits' popular choices (Image: Buena Vista International)

For any motorist worried about being judged for giving their car a nickname like Herbie the Love Bug, fear not. Nearly half of Brits have admitted to performing this habit with their vehicles, but there are heartfelt reasons behind it. ‌

Research by Aviva found that 49 per cent of drivers gave their beloved motors a pet name, with reasons for their choices ranging from habit to humour and sentimental value. The insurance company compiled a list of the top 10 most popular names, along two other tables based by gender. ‌

The most popular

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