Redditor Uses "Child Lock" Feature In His Car To Prevent Passenger From Opening Windows On Highway, Gets Fierce Reaction

"I have ADHD and so driving in itself is a bit of a challenge."

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• May 7, 2023

Driving is an activity that elicits a wide range of personal preferences and habits. From the choice of music to the positioning of the seat, every driver has their own unique comfort zone.

While most of these preferences are harmless, there are instances when they can clash with others' needs and create distractions. In a world where attention and focus are paramount for safe driving, it's essential to strike a balance between individual preferences and minimizing distractions for everyone involved.

OP has a brother, Alex, who has been dating Rose for nearly a year. Despite generally liking Rose, OP has encountered a problem with her preference for driving with the windows down, regardless of the weather or vehicle.

While OP doesn't mind this in city driving, he finds it distracting on the highway due to his ADHD. OP has discussed the issue with Rose and Alex, offering to use air conditioning instead, but Rose insists on having the windows down. OP stopped offering to drive when going out with Alex, Rose, and his girlfriend Paige.

One night, however, OP's car was the only available option. When they hit the highway, Rose lowered the window, and OP used a child safety feature to prevent her from doing it again.

Rose became upset, and although Alex tried to calm her down, she took an Uber home upon reaching their destination. Later, Rose texted OP, calling him an "asshole" and arguing that if she is expected to tolerate the heat, he should be able to handle the distraction on the highway.

OP asks:

OP has a brother, Alex, who has been dating Rose for nearly a year. Despite generally liking Rose, OP has encountered a problem with her preference for driving with the windows down.

While OP doesn't mind this in city driving, he finds it distracting on the highway due to his ADHD.

OP has discussed the issue with Rose and Alex, offering to use air conditioning instead, but Rose insists on having the windows down.

One night, however, OP's car was the only available option. When they hit the highway, Rose lowered the window, and OP used a child safety feature to prevent her from doing it again.

OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the a-hole:

Medical issues supersede preferences.

This Redditor with similar problems says:

Don’t make it other people’s problems...

Maybe she is claustrophobic

"She sounds like… a lot to deal with"

Mythbusters actually did an experiment -AC is better for fuel economy when you are going over 50mph

Rose is 24, not a small child

Rose needs to grow up and start dealing with her problems, not make everyone else bend over backwards for her

It's essential to remember that our personal preferences and habits can sometimes conflict with others, especially when it comes to driving. The key is to communicate effectively and find common ground to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all involved.

In the case of Rose, her insistence on having the windows down could potentially be linked to a feeling of claustrophobia, which warrants empathy and understanding.

Damjan