Flat Tyre? Dad to the rescue
New research from breakdown provider, Green Flag reveals one in 25 young drivers rely on help from their dad to change a tyre.
For many, their father is the first person they call in a breakdown situation. In fact, dads are stepping in to change flat tyres over 10 times a day1 for their children. Those under the age of 35 are most likely to reach for dad on the speed dial, with one in 25 drivers saying they do this. It is not just this age group, as 677,000 drivers (four per cent of all drivers) are calling in dad for help with their flat tyres.
Katie Lomas, Managing Director of Green Flag, commented: “In a breakdown many will still reach out to dad as their trusty saviour, especially when they have a flat tyre that needs replacing or fixing. Daughters appear to be the main culprit when it comes to phoning their dads for help. Twice as many daughters call their dad for support with a flat tyre than sons. There is respite for dad though, particularly on Father’s Day when it’s their time to rest, as over a quarter (29 per cent) of drivers rely on a breakdown expert to help them change their flat tyre.”
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Notes to Editors:
1. Based on Green Flag call out data covering punctures, flats and blowouts for 2024 and adjusted to reflect the whole UK market and the number of drivers who fix their tyres themselves.
2. The research was conducted by Opinium among a sample of 2,000 UK Adults across the UK aged 18+. The data was collected between 13th May 2025 – 16th May 2025. Opinium Research is a member of the British Polling Council and abides by its rules.
About Green Flag
With over 50 years' experience, Green Flag provides customers with breakdown cover 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Customers have access to a network of breakdown operators across the UK and mainland Europe (Euro Plus cover required).
Green Flag is underwritten by U K Insurance Limited, Registered office: The Wharf, Neville Street, Leeds LS1 4AZ. Registered in England and Wales No 1179980. U K Insurance Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.
Green Flag and U K Insurance Limited are both part of Direct Line Insurance Group plc.
Customers can find out more about Green Flag products or get a quote by calling 0345 246 1557, connecting via the Green Flag Rescue Me Application, or visiting www.greenflag.com
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