No matter who you are or where you drive, road rage is likely present in your driving environment. Many people who exhibit road rage are taking out frustrations which have little to do with the road. Remember when you encounter aggressive drivers not to exacerbate the circumstances by feeding into their frenzy. The number one thing to do is to get out of their way and never respond to aggressive behaviour with aggression yourself. This will only make them more angry and you then become part of the problem rather than the solution.

According to an article by the AAA foundation, found here: http://www.aaafoundation.org/resources/index.cfm?button=agdrtext there are several actions you can take to keep yourself safe from road rage.

1. Do not block the passing lane
2. Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you (do not tailgate)
3. Use signal before switching lanes
4. Avoid using aggressive gestures

5. Use your horn sparingly
6. When approaching an intersection, stay out of the right lane when not turning right.
7. Do not take up more than one parking space or park in handicapped if you are not handicapped
8. Keep headlights on low when facing oncoming traffic
9. Give gap by allowing room for merging vehicles
10. Allow other vehicles to pass if you are pulling a load
11. Stay off your cell phone while driving
12. Avoid display of controversial bumper stickers, flags, or custom plates which may incite other drivers.
13. Avoid eye contact with hostile motorists.

Remember to keep a cool head yourself while on the road. Anything affecting your mood could trigger your unsafe reactions. Anyone has the potential to become an aggressive driver!