Seven Ways to Avoid Senseless Road Rage

Every driver has or will at some point come in contact with an angry and an aggressive driver. Before you react toward your aggressor, think of all the ramifications that you could possibly face and thus only regret it later. Unfortunately, some individuals have actually lost their lives as a result of +Senseless +road+rage. Don’t become the victim of a +Road +Rage catastrophe. Here are seven tips for defusing the anger of an aggressive driver.

Rule 1
SAFETY FIRST
First and foremost, make sure that the vehicle you drive is safe. This in itself can help keep aggressive drivers off of your tail. Make sure that your turn signals work properly, your brake lights work properly, and that you get regular maintenance checks on your vehicle.

Rule 2
OBEY RULES OF THE ROAD
In an effort to avoid preventable collisions, alleviate traffic slowdowns, and prevent verbal altercations and obscene gestures, it is imperative that you obey the rules of the road at all times. Be sure to use your turn signals before changing lanes and turning. You should also use your mirrors to check for other vehicles and pedestrians as well.

Remember to adjust your speed accordingly when approaching construction sites, during inclement weather, and near school zones. And by all means, pull to the right for sirens and lights!

Rule 3 +Avoid +Texting +While +Driving It is extremely dangerous to text while driving. It is also against the law in some states. Texting as well as chatting on your phone can distract you, to the point that you don't realize what's going on around you. You must stay focused at all times while driving.

Rule 4
AVOID TAILGATING +Never +Tailgate another driver's vehicle. This might cause unnecessary verbal altercations and the use of obscene gestures. Also, should they have to stop suddenly, you could run right into the back of their vehicle. The impact, could also cause a chain reaction of several vehicles to collide.

Now if someone tailgates your vehicle, simply put on your turn signal and change lanes when it is safe to do so. By all means, steer clear of that driver!
Rule 5

NEVER RETALIATE
If a driver does something like, cut you off in traffic without signaling, blow their horn to aggravate you, or tailgate your vehicle for miles, don't make an attempt to get even with them in any way! It may be difficult initially, but you must simply ignore them. I reiterate, don't waste your time trying to get even with them. It's not worth the stress!
Rule 6

NEVER MAKE EYE CONTACT WITH +Road +Bullies Making eye contact with your aggressor can lead to deadly consequences. If your aggressor insist on harassing you in any way, before you are tempted to do something foolish, see step seven.

Rule 7
CONTACT LAW ENFORCEMENT
If you are ever confronted by an angry and aggressive driver who insist on antagonizing you, please call for help. If you are in your hometown and know your police's district phone number, call them ASAP. If you don't have a phone number, call 911 and report the incident. Or pull into the nearest gas station, fire station, or other well lit safe area and seek help. You don't want to provoke your aggressor and cause the situation to escalate. Think of your family, friends, and other loved ones who would be heartbroken if they learned that your situation resulted in a tragedy.