Mechanics and car enthusiasts use this term to mock a driver who treats public roads like a racetrack. It references the famous racing family but is almost always applied sarcastically to reckless or overly aggressive street drivers. Shop crews often use it when describing a customer who ruined their brakes or suspension through abusive driving habits.
Heard on the job
We had some local Andretti bring in a cracked oil pan after bottoming out on a speed bump at sixty.
Insider tip
Calling someone this usually implies they have far more confidence than actual driving skill.
Also heard as
- Mario Andretti
- Mario