The Consequences of Road Rage
June 21, 2008
Believed to have originated in America, the term road rage is becoming increasingly common the world across. Generally referring to displays of aggressive behaviour by drivers, these displays can take a variety of forms, such as, flashing headlights, tailgating, aggressive horning, verbal abuse, aggressive gestures, physically attacking other drivers and their vehicles, cutting in front of another vehicle after overtaking it. Losing one’s temper is not an offence in itself; however, it can lead to breach of the peace.
According to surveys, as roads get congested and overcrowded, the number of road rage incidents is on the rise the world across. Impatient behaviour, refusal to obey traffic signals, aggressive drivers, males racing each other, are some of the reasons for ugly road rage scenarios and accidents. As the number of road rage incidents escalate, it means most of us will at some time or the other encounter road rage in our lives. Before indulging in road rage, one must remember that it can result in fatal accidents or end up in fights between motorists, which may result in death.
Road rage should be avoided as it can only lead to injuries or even death. Thousands of accidents each year can be directly linked to aggressive driving, including road rage. Road rage is often the result of a driver becoming upset over someone accidentally cutting in front of him or her, or for other reasons purely unintentional. The best way to avoid road rage is reverse the process by apologising. A large majority of people who have experienced road rage say they would drop the matter, so long as the other driver simply apologises. They say a driver’s unconcern about his / her carelessness is what drives them to anger and the decision to teach them a lesson.
Since the consequences of road rage are quite dramatic, even a minor disagreement may end up as a terrible situation. The following safety tips could help prevent you from becoming a victim of road rage:
· Never lose sight of the fact that you have no idea who the other drivers are and what they are capable of;
· When driving, night or day, keep car doors locked and windows partially open;
· Avoid eye contact, gestures or flashing lights that may antagonise other drivers;
· Don’t get out of your car to have a go;
· Avoid tailgating;
· In case, you find yourself being followed, drive to the nearest police station or crowded public place.
· Avoid becoming a victim of road rage by effectively warding off anger. Carry a sign that says SORRY, flashing it whenever needed.
Play it safe to avoid the devastating consequences of unwarranted road rage!
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