An employed driver is a person who is hired to drive a vehicle, typically a car. The most common type of employed driver is a CHAUFFEUR, which is a French term meaning 'one who heats the furnace'. A CHAUFFEUR is a professional driver who is hired to drive a private vehicle, such as a limousine or luxury car. They are usually responsible for providing transportation services to their employer or clients. Chauffeurs are expected to be knowledgeable about the area they are driving in and to provide a safe and comfortable ride.