Science
Under 18s who drive independently develop a better sense of direction
Driving alone at a young age may enable you to hone your navigation skills
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People who drove by themselves before they were 18 years old have better navigational skills than those who did so at an older age.
A mobile game called Sea Hero Quest has helped scientists to explore our sense of direction. For example, one study found that people who grew up outside cities have better navigation skills than those who spent their childhood in more urban environments.
In the game, players must memorise a map before navigating …
