The Ten Types of Teen Drivers

The road is filled with a wide variety of drivers, from motivated soccer moms to Bluetooth-enabled businessmen who think "yield" means "cut off." But teen drivers are a subset that can be dived into ten unique categories. Which type of driver are you?

1. The Leaner – Some drivers feel the need to lean to one side of the car while driving. Perhaps they think this looks cool and relaxed. Or perhaps a ghost is whispering to them from the passenger side. Whatever the reason, they have a lifetime of neck and back pain to look forward to. Some Leaners are also part of the sub-subcategory dubbed The Shirtless Wonders.

2. The Singer – Either alone or with friends, the Singer sings, always. Even if the radio isn’t on, Singers can still belt out the latest crappy pop songs by Lady Ga Ga. Though they're usually harmless, some Singers can transform into Criers at the drop of a hat. Be warned.

3. The Crier – It's amazing what makes some drivers cry. Anything from a random honk to a five-way intersection can bring on the waterworks. A trauma such as getting pulled over by the police results in hysteria and noises even dogs can't hear. Plus, some criers save up their tears until after they reach their destination. Then it all comes out after a friend asks, "Hey, what's wrong? You OK?" The good news for Criers: The more you drive, the more confidence you build. The bad news: To get to anywhere cool, you're going to have to drive through a traffic circle.

4. The Driver With the Loud Car – To all those drivers with cars that are loud, we say, "Um…congrats?" Don't bother explaining how and why you car emits such loud rumbles. We don't understand, and we don't really care. Now, can you just drive us to the mall? We need ankle socks.

5. The Goody Goody– Technically speaking, these drivers are perfect. They come to complete stops, obey the speed limit as if it were decreed by God, and actually know how far away you can park from a bus stop. Emotionally and socially speaking, these drivers have never experienced fun or laughter.

6. The Eater – At first, eating while driving seems like a good way to save time. But over the course of a few months, a single car can become overrun with trash, which leads to bugs, which leads to super spiders that will use logic to take over the world. On the plus side, when mixed together, the odors of Taco Bell, McDonald's, and Starbucks trash smell like honeysuckle.

7. The Angry Driver – If he's behind you, get out of the way, because for some very good reason, the angry driver needs to get to his destination in, like, five minutes. If you happen to be the Angry Driver, you should know that your girlfriend in the passenger seat isn't impressed with your angry honks and finger gestures. (She also isn't a fan of your new sleeveless look.)

8. The Bumper Sticker Enthusiast – If you enjoy the Dave Mathews Band, England, your dog, surfing, politics, radio stations, Mac computers, field hockey, a university, and slightly risqué puns, then share it with the world…so others can mock you when stuck behind you in traffic.

9. The Trash Master – Some drivers take pride in their car's performance. Some take pride in their car's state of distress. If you're a Trash Master, your car is held together with tape, wood screws, and caulk. Your windows were once trash bags or tarps. Your floor mats double as the floor. And for mysterious reasons, the radio doesn't work if someone is sitting in the back seat, and the trunk only opens if you honk the horn and punch the roof. This vehicle could implode at any moment. To sum it up: It's the best car on the planet.

10. The Octopus – It's not easy to grab a bottle of water from the back seat while plugging your iPod into the jack and re-lacing your shoes. It's even harder to accomplish these tasks while driving at 55 mph. Sure, steering with your knees and part of your groin is doable, but it could lead to accidents and knees that smell like steering wheels. No one wants that.

Did we miss any? Which driver are you?