Tips To Prevent Road Rage
POSTED: 6:49 p.m. EDT October 21, 2003
UPDATED: 6:53 p.m. EDT October 21, 2003
AAA of Michigan offers advice for motorists to protect themselves and maintain calmness on roadways.
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Do not make obscene gestures.
Use your horn sparingly.
Don't block a passing lane.
Don't switch lanes without signaling.
Avoid blocking the right-hand turn lane.
Do not take more than one parking space.
If you are not disabled, refrain from parking in handicap spots.
Do not allow your door to hit the car parked next to you.
Do not tailgate.
If you need to drive slowly, pull over to allow traffic to pass.
Avoid unnecessary use of high-beam headlights.
Don't let the car phone distract you.
Don't stop in the road to talk with a pedestrian or other driver.
Don't impose loud music on neighboring cars.
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Assume other drivers' mistakes are not personal.
Be polite and courteous, even if the other driver isn't.
Avoid all conflict if possible. If another driver challenges you, take a deep breath and drive away.
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Allow plenty of time for the trip.
Listen to soothing music.
Improve the comfort in your vehicle.
Understand that you can't control the traffic, only your reaction to it.
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