So, here's a question you might not have expected to hear: Should Queen Elizabeth still be driving? Believe it or not, the 92-year-old monarch has been pondering this herself lately, and she's come to a decision that might surprise you—or maybe not.

The Queen's Unique Driving Privileges

Let’s start with a fun fact: Her Majesty is the only person in the entire United Kingdom who can drive without a license. That's right—no pesky tests, no DMV visits for her. She’s been behind the wheel for decades, cruising around royal estates and even occasionally hitting public roads. But now, after some serious reflection, the Queen has decided it’s time to make a change.

According to a source speaking exclusively to Closer Weekly, “The queen has quit driving on public roads!” This decision wasn’t made lightly, folks. It seems the monarch was deeply affected by Prince Philip's car crash earlier this year. “She was really shaken up by Prince Philip’s accident,” the source adds. “And at her age, she feels it’s best not to drive on public roads anymore. However, she’ll continue to drive on private estates.”

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A Royal Driving Legacy

Our insider also shared that the Queen was “quite a good driver.” Imagine that—decades of experience behind the wheel, navigating the royal estates and beyond. But even the best drivers know when it’s time to hang up the keys, and the Queen seems to have made a wise and thoughtful decision.

Prince Philip's Incident: A Wake-Up Call

Earlier this year, Prince Philip was involved in a car accident near the Sandringham estate. The crash left him visibly shaken, but thankfully, he walked away unscathed. Not everyone was so lucky. A woman in the other vehicle suffered a broken wrist, though her baby was uninjured. Days later, Philip sent her a heartfelt letter expressing his “deep sorrow” for the incident.

Following the accident, the 97-year-old Duke of Edinburgh handed in his license, setting an example for older drivers everywhere. No charges were filed against him, but the incident sparked conversations about driving safety, especially among older drivers.

Seatbelts and Royal Protocol

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Another hot topic that emerged after Philip’s accident was the question of seatbelts. Why wasn’t he wearing one? As it turns out, royal family members don’t always buckle up, and there’s a very specific reason for that. According to Simon Morgan, a former royal bodyguard, it all comes down to safety protocols.

“There are always anomalies,” Simon explained. “In the threat and risk matrix, it’s a matter of looking at each individual situation to decide what’s the best course of action.” Sometimes, not wearing a seatbelt can actually be safer, especially if quick entry or exit is necessary. Protection, it seems, is a highly personalized field.

Simon added, “Protection is a very unique area of policing, and there are a lot of gray areas. You’re always weighing the risks and threats against the outcomes you’re trying to achieve.”