Aggressive Driving

Who is an Aggressive Driver?

Anyone who exhibits any of the following behaviors:

• Speeding
• Weaving in and out of traffic
• Following too closely
• Making gestures to other drivers
• Running red lights
• Unsafe lane changing (abrupt lane changes without notice)
• Changing lanes or turning without signaling
• Failing to yield the right-of-way
• Passing on the shoulder or unpaved portions of the roadway
• Most Importantly, Don't Become an Aggressive Driver
• When you feel yourself getting angry, take a deep breath.  Remember safety first, especially if you have family members or passengers with you.
• Plan your routes in advance and leave early so you won't rush.  Prepare for unexpected traffic delays.
• Remain alert.

 When Confronted by an Aggressive Driver:

• Make every attempt to get our of their way, give them room.
• Do not challenge them by speeding up or attempting to keep up.
• Wear your seat belt.
• Be prepared for any abrupt or sporadic maneuvers by the aggressive driver.
• Avoid eye contact.
• Ignore gestures and refuse to acknowledge them.
• Report aggressive drivers to the appropriate authorities by providing vehicle and driver description, license number, locations of incident and direction of travel. 

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