Transcript MY LIFE, YOUR HANDS TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY

TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY
Everyday driving is not about winning but
being safe!
Today most drivers get agitated
quickly because they are
impatient, in a hurry, stressed,
frustrated or can’t deal with the traffic
congestion. Yes, they put other drivers in
danger and are inconsiderate, but
retaliating will not solve the problem.
Driving is not a contest. Try to stay calm and
forget about winning.
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Instead….
• Stay focused and make every attempt to stay out of their way.
• Avoid eye contact with the driver. This is what the aggressive driver
wants. Don’t turn an impersonal traffic encounter into a personal
dispute.
• Smile, be courteous and ignore gestures. Some drivers use rude gestures
and words. Don’t take it personally and don’t be tempted to respond.
• Forget about pride and think about your safety. Avoid any confrontations
and challenges.
• If possible, get the vehicle number and report it to the police. You can
help the traffic police eliminate aggressive driving behaviour!
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Spot the aggressive driver..
What do aggressive drivers do?
It is easy to spot aggressive drivers. They…
• usually disobey traffic rules and signals.
• tailgate.
• drive on the shoulder of the road.
• drive fast and exceed the speed limit.
• weave in and out of traffic.
• fail to indicate.
• cut corners, drive the wrong way and block intersections.
• honk repeatedly, use rude gestures and yell.
• cut off other drivers.
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There are different types of
aggressive drivers….
• Speeders who want to get to their
destination as fast as possible.
• Passive aggressive drivers who view
driving events as a win/lose situation.
• Conceited drivers who get angry with drivers
who don’t drive the way they want them to.
• Vigilant drivers who believe they have the
right to teach other drivers a lesson.
• Competitors-always wanting to win and be first.
Avoid them and avoid becoming one too!
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Driving tips
• Next time a driver cuts you off in traffic, convince
yourself that the driver did not necessarily make an
error to upset you.
• Angry drivers are always looking for a reason to
validate their anger. Don’t give them a reason.
Remember two wrongs don’t make a right!
• A driver probably had a bad day at work and may be
inattentive. Be courteous and let the driver pass. You
could probably change his/her driving attitude.
• Apply your defensive driving skills. Keep a look out for
hidden and potential dangers- especially aggressive
drivers.
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Transportation Tuesday