Don’t Let Road Rage Ruin Your Next Road Trip | Hagerstown, MD

May 17, 2022

Hitting the road this spring/summer for vacation travel, commuting, or any other journey means that you’ll most likely come across some aggravated drivers at one point or another. Imagine, some jerk might have cut you off or flipped you the bird – but are you going to let their actions ruin your day/drive? Not anymore! This week we have your guide to make road rage a thing of the past and help you keep calm when behind the wheel! Check out Younger Toyota’s road rage trips below and be sure to put them to good use when you feel yourself becoming angry behind the wheel!

Younger Toyota’s Road Rage Tips:

Recognize your rising anger

The most obvious signs of road rage are often physical that emerge after an act has taken place. This is often a tone of voice, language, gestures, or muscle tension. By catching your anger before it worsens, will prevent anger from turning into aggression/ road rage.

Take time to calm down

If you feel yourself feeling angry, pull over and take some time to calm down. Pull onto the shoulder, when it is safe to do so, and recollect your thoughts, take a few deep breaths before returning to the road.

Drive defensively

If you come across an aggravated driver, it’s best to let that person pass and be on their way. Keep your distance and be alert of any sudden changes that may occur. Don’t take your eyes off the road, tailgate or block traffic.

Resist retaliation

If someone is driving slow or cuts you off, you may want to honk your horn, scream, or use profane gestures. Not only will this not help you but it will aggravate the other driver and can lead to potentially dangerous situations. Avoid these gestures, honking, and flashing your high beams.