“Traditionally the white van man is stereotyped as a bad driver”
I wonder if this is partly due to the prevalence of white vans as work vehicles. I know if I have to drive to get somewhere while “on the clock” I am usually a bit more stressed and hurried than when I’m driving on my own time.
“”White van man” is a usually pejorative stereotype used in the United Kingdom to describe drivers of light commercial vehicles such as the Ford Transit. Such vehicles are commonly painted white in order to facilitate easy sign-writing on the panelled sides. The stereotype represents the drivers of such vehicles as having poor driving skills and / or an aggressive and inconsiderate manner. The stereotypical “white van man” is often self-employed or the owner of a small business such as builder, carpenter, or plumber.