How to Avoid
Aggressive Drivers & Avoid Being One
As
tempers rage, yelling and tailgating are
becoming more commonplace on the roads
today as is extremely aggressive driving.
Aggressive driving is more prevalent than many drivers think,
according to Sandra Ball-Rokeach, co-director
of a Media and Injury Prevention Program
at University of Southern California.
"Aggressive
driving is now the most common way of
driving," said Ball-Rokeach.
According
to Ball-Rokeach, reports of aggressive
drivers chasing, punching or shooting
their victims are disturbingly common.
However, she maintains that drivers can
avoid dangerous and even deadly altercations
by learning about and overcoming
aggressive driving behaviors and avoiding
other vehicles driving dangerously.
Common
Aggressive Driving Behaviors
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Speeding
up when someone tries to pass you
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Tailgating
people who are going slower than you
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Weaving
in and out of traffic
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Passing
cars on the right
-
Flashing
your headlights at vehicles
-
Overusing
your horn
-
Making
obscene gestures
-
Yelling
out your window at people
-
Racing
for a position on the highway
Be
sure to avoid these behaviors if you find
yourself in an aggressive driving situation.
Also, to stay safe on the road,
you should learn how to avoid encounters
with aggressive drivers. By practicing
defensive driving and steering clear of
aggressive drivers, you can avoid accidents and dangerous situations.
Tips
to Avoid Aggressive Drivers
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Don't
block passing lanes.
-
Avoid
blocking right-hand turn lanes.
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Don't take more than one parking space.
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Don't
tailgate.
-
Don't
stop in the road to talk with pedestrians
or drivers.
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If
you travel slowly, pull over and allow
traffic to pass you.
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Avoid eye contact with aggressive drivers.
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Keep
your eyes on the road.
-
Keep
away from erratic drivers.
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Don't challenge other drivers by speeding
up to hold your own in your travel lane.
-
Ignore
gestures and do not return them.
For
more information about safe driving visit
State Farm Insurance.
Source: State Farm Insurance |
