I know I'll be publically flogged for this, but here goes.
The TRUTH....
It's a skill issue. Period.
Some people CAN, some can't.
I know, we're not supposed to SAY that, because it's not "politically correct" but it's true.
The sad truth is, they hand out driver's license to EVERYONE, regardless of skill.
In MY world, you would have to drive through a cone-course, flawlessly, at 60mph while making sandwiches, and singing "American Pie" from memory, or be denied a license.
Since no skill is required, or tested, they have to legislate for the LEAST common denominator. (same reason we "graduate" people who can not read their own H.S. Dipolma.) which is why so many people behind the cash register can not make change for you if the power goes out.
but I digress....
sorry. Living in NJ, driving skill is an "issue" for me.
hands-down, the WORST drivers in the country.
(hence, the highest insurance rates)