8 car sex positions to send your sex life into overdrive

Did you know that over half of UK drivers have gotten hot and steamy in the car? Yep, at one time or another, over 23.5 million of us have parked up somewhere secluded and pounded in the back seat.

“There are so many reasons people find car sex appealing,” says Scotty Unfamous, resident sex expert and educator for Ann Summers. From the novelty of the adventure — it’s often a spontaneous act powered by intense arousal — to the element of risk, it leans into that feeling of “needing to do it right now”.

However, before we get to the details, Scotty does warn that, while the potential of getting caught can provide that adrenaline rush, discretion is advised. “Being caught can leave you with points on your licence, a hefty fine, potentially land yourself on the Sex Offenders register or even a prison sentence.”

How to stay safe during car sex (both physically and not being obvious in public)

“If you want to dabble in car sex, I advise you to park up somewhere private away from where you would be easily caught, for example, a dark corner of an empty car at night (or on the top/bottom floor if it’s a multi-level),” says Scotty. “Nighttime is best, as there will likely be fewer people about and you can hide in the shadows.”

Don’t fancy a car park? Scotty suggests a few more potentially suitable places. These include your own garage or secluded driveway (if you have one), parks/campsites/a forest, beaches, a dead-end road, or a secluded part of a truck stop if you’re travelling on the motorway.

Before you pick a location, she stresses the importance of scoping it out to confirm that the risk of getting caught is low. “Make sure you turn off the lights and the engine to be even more inconspicuous and keep a window cracked, as sexual activities come with higher body temperatures and sweat.” Let’s face it, foggy windows + a parked up car = a dead giveaway.

Try to keep the noise to a minimum as well: you want to draw as little attention to yourselves as possible. “When manoeuvring inside the car, the backseat will be the most comfortable and you’ll be able to stay below the windows more easily. Alternatively, you can try reclining your front seats if they go down far enough.”

Best clothes to wear for easy access

Usually, car sex isn’t something that you plan; it just happens. But if you are planning a session in your vehicle, Scotty says that you’ll want to be wearing clothes that will accommodate your activities. For people with vulvas, she recommends a skirt or dress, as you don’t need to remove it — simply lift and go.

“Add some crotchless underwear to the mix, like the Tempt Thong or the Evening Desire Crotchless Body from Ann Summers (available in sizes XS-XXL), and you won’t need to remove a thing,” she adds.

When it comes to trousers, opt for items with a stretchy waistband like joggers, cargo pants, shorts, or leggings that aren’t too fiddly to get in and out of and are easy to pull on and off. For your top half, she suggests something loose-fitting that can be lifted, or something with a zip in the front. “I would advise you to keep your top on just in case, as your top half is visible to onlookers,” she says.

In this instance, a bodysuit with crotch snap buttons is great for access, and you don’t need to take off your top.

How can car sex ‘rev’ up your sex life?

“Car sex is one of many ways that you can spice up your sex life,” says Scotty. The novelty of a new location that isn’t a bed can be exciting, as well as trying to come up with new positions to complete the act in a much smaller space. “There is also the thrill of the risk of getting caught that adds another level of excitement to the act that can make things hotter.”

So, with that caution in mind, here are eight of the best car sex positions for the ride of your life.