Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a blended family drama that’s sure to get your engines revving! ️ Meet our main man, a loving boyfriend and father trying to navigate the tricky terrain of raising teens in a modern family. But when it comes to his girlfriend’s daughter getting behind the wheel, he’s hitting the brakes hard! Is he being overprotective or just cautious? Let’s dive into this family feud and see if we can steer our way to a resolution!
Meet the Blended Family: Sally, Dan, Grace, and Me!

Dan: My Biological Son

Splitting Costs & Keeping Finances Separate

Sweet Sixteen: Time for a License!

Concerns About Grace’s Readiness for the Road

Accusations Fly After Voicing Concerns ️

Grace’s Struggles: Attention, Chores, School, Sneaking Out

Grace Gets Her License Despite Concerns

Disaster Strikes: Grace Totals Mom’s Car While Texting

Dan’s Car: A Gift from Me and My Ex

Accusations of Favoritism, Sexism, and Flaunting Wealth

Putting My Foot Down: No More Driving for Grace ♂️

♂️ AITA for Judging Each Kid by Their Actions?

⚖️ Fairness in Question: Did I Go Wrong?

❓ Where Did I Go Wrong? ♂️

Family Drama Hits the Road: Dad’s Dilemma with Daughter’s Driving!
Well, well, well… looks like we’ve got ourselves a classic case of family friction! Our main man was just trying to look out for his girlfriend’s daughter, Grace, when he voiced his concerns about her readiness for the road. But despite his best efforts, Grace got her license and promptly totaled her mom’s car while texting! Now, Grace is asking to borrow her step-brother Dan’s car or her step-dad’s ride, but he’s not having it! ♂️ Accusations of favoritism, sexism, and wealth-flaunting are flying, and tensions are running high! Let’s see what the internet has to say about this family feud!
NTA. Allowing her to drive your car after texting crash is idiotic

Texting and driving is dangerous. NTA for not allowing her to drive.

NTA for not letting GF’s daughter drive after texting crash

NTA calls out GF’s daughter for texting and driving
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NTA dad suggests accompanying stepdaughter while driving to judge responsibility.

Dad takes a tough stance on texting and driving.

Keeping Grace from driving is necessary and not sexist.

NTA- Driving is a privilege and she proved she can’t handle it.

NTA for not letting her drive, but why was the discussion public?

Daughter crashes mom’s car due to texting, proves dad right. NTA.

NTA shuts down sexism accusation with witty response

NTA: Daughter’s irresponsible behavior shouldn’t be enabled by dad.
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Dan and his girlfriend have different rules for their cars. NTA.

Being cautious with sneaky siblings is important. NTA.

Mother wants daughter to drive after texting crash, accuses dad of being sexist and playing favorites. Commenter says NTA and expresses concern.

No texting while driving policy. Good call! NTA

NTA advocates for phone-nullifying devices in cars after tragedy.

Safety first! Commenter warns partner of potential danger of being a “cool mom” ⚠️

Irresponsible driver lucky to avoid serious consequences. Hold accountable.

Protecting his property and being responsible.

Safety first! NTA dad refuses to let GF’s daughter drive.

Driving is a privilege, not a right. NTA for not allowing GF’s daughter to drive.

A commenter points out a similar post on the topic.

Valid point. Undiagnosed ADHD can affect driving ability

NTA. GF’s daughter texting while driving could have caused fatal consequences.

NTA commenter shares personal tragedy and advises against letting Grace drive.

NTA’s point is clear: Sally is at fault, not dad.

Safety first! Commenter advises caution for dad’s girlfriend’s daughter.

NTA stands firm on decision to not let reckless driver behind wheel.

Teaching responsibility: Let her work and buy her own car

NTA says texting and driving makes her irresponsible.

NTA refuses to let GF’s daughter drive after texting crash

NTA comment shares personal experience and supports dad’s decision.

NTA says the girl shouldn’t drive after texting crash.

Texting and driving is dangerous. NTA for not allowing her.

NTA stands his ground after entitled girl’s request

No sexism here, just consequences. ✈️

NTA says Grace was irresponsible for texting and driving

Respect for boundaries and responsibility.

NTA. Stand your ground and prioritize your son’s safety

Clear boundaries set by dad in complex family dynamic.

Teaching responsibility to a texting driver

NTA for not letting GF’s daughter drive after crash

Set clear boundaries with consequences to prevent unauthorized driving.

Being responsible by not letting reckless driver endanger others. NTA

NTA commenter suggests teaching consequences by making GF pay for increased insurance premiums if she wants to drive son’s car at 16.

Fair point. It’s not playing favourites to face consequences

Don’t text and drive! NTA for not lending car

NTA commenter defends dad’s decision not to let GF’s girl drive

NTA suggests a compromise for driving privileges with logical reasoning.

Dad refuses GF’s daughter’s driving after texting crash.

Offer to help settle car situation but do NOT let daughter drive

Texting while driving is as bad as drinking and driving

NTA Dad’s reasonable decision with a warning for sneaky girlfriend

NTA comment: Safe driving is a must

Suggests using trackers to prevent theft and condemns texting while driving

Hide your keys! Dad refuses girlfriend’s daughter after texting crash.
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Driving age shouldn’t be a punishment, some kids aren’t ready

Separate finances means separate cars. NTA for not lending.
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NTA for not letting girlfriend’s daughter drive after texting crash . Commenter emphasizes the seriousness of texting while driving and the potential consequences. Financial and safety concerns are also mentioned.

NTA: Commenter advises dad to break up with girlfriend.
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Dad refuses to let GF’s daughter use his car for driving. NTA

Texting while driving is dangerous and unacceptable. NTA.

Safety first! NTA dad refuses to let GF’s girl drive.

Set a plan for Grace to prove herself to use car

Protect your keys with a lock box. NTA for setting boundaries.

NTA defends son after GF’s daughter crashes car while texting.

Texting while driving caused a wreck. NTA with reasonable consequences.

NTA suggests drastic measures to prevent girlfriend’s daughter from driving.

NTA, insurance wouldn’t cover GF’s daughter. Harsh, but responsible.

NTA defends girl involved in texting crash, suggests dad buys car

NTA comment: Texting while driving is dangerous and irresponsible

Concerned commenter agrees that Grace is a dangerous driver. NTA

Being responsible and not letting a dangerous driver borrow a car.

No obligation to let her use your car. NTA

Agree, no one should drive after texting and causing accidents. NTA.

NTA. GF’s daughter’s lack of responsibility calls for supervision
