Road RankSeeing a number is useful. Knowing what it means is better.
Short answer: on a 0 to 100 scale, 85 or higher is a good driving score and 95 or higher is excellent. Below 70 means several harsh moments worth fixing.
The driving score range (0 to 100)
In Road Rank, every drive starts at 100 and loses points for hard-braking and quick-acceleration events. So the number tells you roughly how many of those events happened, relative to the drive.
| Score | Roughly means |
|---|---|
| 95 to 100 | Very smooth, almost no hard events |
| 85 to 94 | Smooth, a couple of events |
| 70 to 84 | Some harsh moments worth reviewing |
| Below 70 | Several hard events. Look at what caused them |
These bands are a guide, not an official rating.
Is 80 a good driving score?
An 80 is fair, not bad. In Road Rank it usually means four to six harsh moments on that drive, for example three hard brakes and three fast take-offs. Two habits move most people from 80 into the 90s:
- Leave a three-second gap to the car ahead, so you can slow down gently instead of braking hard.
- Roll on the accelerator when pulling away from lights rather than pressing it quickly.
See how to reduce quick acceleration and hard braking explained for more detail.
What about 90 and 100?
A 90 means one or two events: a very smooth drive. A 100 means no hard braking or quick acceleration at all. Scoring 100 on a short, quiet drive is common. Doing it on a long commute in traffic is the real achievement.
Why scores vary
- Traffic. Stop-start traffic produces more braking than an open road.
- The route. Junction-heavy streets are harder than a straight highway.
- Other drivers. A cut-in can force a hard stop.
- Phone placement. A loose phone can register false movement. Mount it securely.
- Short drives. A short trip can swing your score a lot, which is why leaderboards weight by distance.
A realistic target
Look at your average over a week or a month rather than a single drive. Aim to raise that average by a few points, not to get 100 every time.
Use the breakdown
The score is only half the story. The breakdown shows how many hard-braking and quick-acceleration events you had. Pick the one with the biggest count and work on it.
What can you achieve when you drive smoothly?
Raising your score is not just about a number. Smooth driving usually brings:
- Lower fuel use. Hard acceleration burns fuel you then waste by braking. See eco-driving tips to save fuel.
- Less wear. Gentle braking makes brake pads and tyres last longer.
- More margin for mistakes. A bigger gap gives you time to react to other drivers.
- Calmer passengers. Nobody enjoys being thrown forward at every junction.
Remember what it is
A phone-based score is an estimate for self-improvement. It is not a safety rating or an insurance score.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good driving score?
On a 0 to 100 scale, 85 or higher is a good driving score and 95 or higher is excellent. It means you had very few hard-braking or quick-acceleration events on that drive.
Is 80 a good driving score?
80 is a fair score. It usually means four to six harsh moments, such as hard braking or fast take-offs. Most drivers can reach the high 80s by leaving a bigger gap and easing off the accelerator.
What is the driving score range?
Road Rank scores run from 0 to 100. Every drive starts at 100, a hard brake costs 4 points and a quick acceleration costs 3. Drives shorter than 300 m are not scored.
Is a driving score the same as an insurance score?
No. A phone-based driving score is an estimate for your own improvement. Road Rank does not share scores with insurers, and insurance apps use their own formulas.