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How do I make my road rage less?
How to Avoid Road Rage
- Don’t rush. Give yourself time to get where you’re going; you’re less likely to become impatient and take unnecessary risks.
- Cool off. If you’re upset, take time to calm down.
How does road rage affect a driver?
Aggressive driving and road rage can lead to revoked or suspended driver licenses, problems between family members and friends, loss of employment and legal problems. Many drivers do not recognize when their own aggressive driving or their own road rage is affecting their ability to drive safely.
What do you do in a road rage situation?
How to stay safe in a road rage incident
- Lock your doors.
- Do not react to aggressive drivers.
- Avoid escalation.
- Get out of the way.
- Find a safe place to stop.
- Do not go home – You may be followed.
- Avoid eye contact.
- When stuck in traffic, leave lots of room between your vehicle and the one ahead.
How does road rage affect your driving skill and Judgement?
The problem with road rage is that it impairs our otherwise good judgment and inspires us to make knee-jerk maneuvers that result in incredibly dangerous, aggressive techniques that can end in a fatal accident.
What should you never do when confronted by an aggressive driver?
Be a courteous driver
- Control your anger.
- Don’t take traffic problems personally.
- Avoid making eye contact with an aggressive driver.
- Don’t make obscene gestures.
- Don’t tailgate.
- Use your horn sparingly — even a polite honk can be misinterpreted.
- Don’t block the passing lane.
- Don’t block the right turn lane.
How long does it take to stop going 45 mph?
Driver Care – Know Your Stopping Distance
| Speed | Perception/Reaction Distance | Braking Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mph | 44 feet | 45 feet |
| 40 mph | 59 feet | 80 feet |
| 50 mph | 73 feet | 125 feet |
| 60 mph | 88 feet | 180 feet |
What are the four ways to avoid an aggressive driver?
Here’s how to proceed if you ever become a target of road rage.
- Signal, Move to the Right, and Decrease Your Speed.
- Apologetically Wave and Nod at the Aggressive Driver.
- Avoid Eye Contact and Drive Defensively.
- Do What You Can to Temper Your Own Reactions.