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If you’ve spent any amount of time on the road then there’s a good chance you’ve encountered an angry driver. Perhaps they honked at you for no apparent reason, maybe they swore at you and hurled verbal abuse as they drove past, or maybe they even bumped into your car on purpose. Either way, it’s never a pleasant experience and it’s something that we’re probably better off forgetting about before we get mad ourselves!

Unfortunately, road rage seems to be a natural part of driving and everyone has likely experienced it at some stage whether it be on the giving or receiving end. If you’re ever the victim of road rage, then here’s a bit of advice to help you respond in the right way to defuse the situation as quickly as possible.



Don’t get into a direct conflict with them

There’s a good chance that the other driver is going to honk at you, hurl insults, and perhaps even stick their head out the window and scream at you. If you experience a situation like this, avoid direct conflict and just keep going about your way. Getting into a conflict with another driver is never a good idea because it leads to a chain reaction of negative emotions.

Angry drivers are dangerous drivers and before you know it, you might be on the phone with a car accident lawyer because you’ve been in an accident with said angry driver. In some cases, those angry drivers may even be carrying weapons and may want to initiate a fight. The more you do to anger these people, the more danger you could be in.

Let the other driver pass and avoid eye contact

Even if you know that the driver behind you is being a nuisance, it’s often best to avoid any kind of eye contact and just let them pass. The more you agitate them the more dangerous it’s going to be and the last thing you want is to escalate the situation. Ignore them, let them pass, and pull over so that they’re clear out of your view.

This helps you avoid any potential confrontation and ensures that you won’t get into a bad situation. It also avoids a heated exchange because you’re not paying them any attention, and it keeps them far away from you and your passengers which helps you feel more comfortable.

Keep your car well-maintained and ensure it’s roadworthy

Don’t give angry drivers more fuel to add to the fire. Ensure that you carry out regular car maintenance so that you are confident about the condition of your vehicle. For example, if your car’s brake lights aren’t working correctly then not only is your car not supposed to be on the road, but it could anger other drivers and they may end up reporting you even if you made an honest mistake.

In short, keep your vehicle in good condition and the chances of you angering other people becomes much smaller.