10 Hilarious GPS Screw-Ups
From getting lost in the middle of nowhere to ending up in the wrong country, these stories are sure to make you laugh!

GPS has revolutionized the way we get around. There’s no longer any need to fumble with a paper map while trying to find your way. However, GPS can sometimes be a little bit too accurate, leading drivers right into trouble! In this blog post, we will share some of the funniest GPS screw-ups that have ever happened. From getting lost in the middle of nowhere to ending up in the wrong country, these stories are sure to make you laugh!
If you’ve ever used GPS, chances are you’ve had at least one close call. Maybe you’ve driven right off the road while following directions, or maybe you’ve almost missed your exit because the GPS said you had “arrived” a little too early! Whatever the case may be, it’s always good to have a sense of humor about these things. After all, GPS is just a machine – it’s not perfect.
Here are five of the funniest GPS screw-ups that have ever been reported:
- In 2012, a woman in England followed her GPS directions and ended up driving down a path that was only meant for pedestrians! She got stuck and had to be rescued by firefighters.
- In 2014, a woman in the United States followed her GPS directions and drove into a river. She had to be rescued by police officers.
- In 2013, a man in Australia followed his GPS directions and ended up driving down a dirt road for 18 miles. He eventually had to be rescued by police.
- In 2014, a woman in the United States followed her GPS directions and ended up driving into a lake! She had to be rescued by firefighters.
- In 2015, a man in Scotland followed his GPS directions and ended up driving down a narrow path that was only meant for farm vehicles. He had to be rescued by a tractor.
- In 2016, a woman in the Netherlands followed her GPS directions and ended up on a runway at an airport! She was fined for trespassing.
- In 2013, a man in Australia followed his GPS directions and ended up driving down a dirt track that was only meant for four-wheel-drive vehicles. He had to be rescued by a tow truck.
- In 2014, a woman in the United States followed her GPS directions and ended up driving into a lake! She had to be rescued by a passing boat.
- In 2015, a man in Canada followed his GPS directions and ended up driving down a path that was only meant for snowmobiles. He had to be rescued by police.
- In 2016, a woman in the United Kingdom followed her GPS directions and ended up on a runway at an airport! She was arrested by police.
As you can see, GPS can sometimes lead people astray. But that’s all part of the adventure, right? The next time you’re out driving in your car and using GPS, be sure to take a moment to laugh at yourself if you make a wrong turn – it could happen to anyone! Thanks for reading
