/ 9 May 2005

Which star signs drive the dirtiest cars?

Drivers born under the signs of Libra, Cancer, Pisces, Taurus and Capricorn are least likely to keep their cars clean, according to a survey that explores the astrological roots of motoring cleanliness.

Those born under Aquarius, Aries, Scorpio and Leo wash their cars weekly, Sagittarius and Gemini every two weeks, and Virgo every month.

The others simply head to the car wash, or bring out the bucket and hose, when their vehicle is “too dirty to drive”, says the survey of more than 1 000 people by Comma, a supplier of car-care products in south-east England.

When asked which chore they would chose over the traditional Sunday-morning car wash, 36% said they’d prefer to mow the lawn.

Leos, Pisceans and Taureans would all opt to slave over a hot stove, and Librans and Scorpians to wash the dishes. One in three Aquarians would rather sort out the garbage.

“It seems the water signs aren’t quite living up to their reputations and it’s the fire signs of Leo, Aries and Sagittarius who are more likely to be found with a bucket and chamois,” said Mike Bewsey of Comma. — AFP