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Road Rage Safety Tips |
Tension behind the wheel can turn a good driver into a mad driver.
Increased stress in our lives, congested highways, and a feeling of
anonymity make road rage a growing problem on our highways.
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU ENCOUNTER A MAD DRIVER?
Pull into the right lane and drive the speed limit. Call the police
if you have a cellular phone. Avoid making eye contact with the
driver. Drive to a public place, police or fire station for help.
Do not drive home. If you must stop for traffic control, watch the
angry driver to make sure he/she does not get out to approach you.
If he/she does, make every attempt to get your vehicle moving again.
NEVER stop beside the road to confront an angry driver . Several
lives are lost each year during these confrontations.
AVOIDANCE OF AN ON-THE-ROAD INCIDENT IS THE BEST DEFENSE. Drive
defensively. Don't make any aggressive gestures, blow the horn or
stop suddenly. Don't tailgate, drive too close or flash your lights.
THE BEST WAY TO COPE WITH AGGRESSIVE DRIVERS IS NOT TO BE ONE.
STAY CALM!
compliments of Southwestern University Police Department
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