Continuing with our theme of road rage, we would like to know what you do to show your frustrations when someone cuts you off or makes you furious. The same survey that ranked the cities with the angriest drivers and their pet peeves also found what many drivers do when they get mad. Do you do any of these?
• More than 40 percent of the drivers surveyed said they honk their horn at another driver at least one time per month.
• About 35 percent of the drivers asked said they yell at other drivers and curse at them when they get mad and frustrated.
• 13 percent of the drivers surveyed said they wave their fists or arms at other drivers.
• Only 10 percent said they make obscene gestures to other drivers when they get mad.
• Seven percent of drivers said they call the police to report drivers who have made them mad.
• One percent of the drivers surveyed said they slam into the car in front of them when they get angry enough.
According to Chuck Raison, MD, road rage occurs so frequently because drivers are simply “competitive.” He also said it is unhealthy to engage in road rage or get so angry when driving, but it is so common because your anger can be directed toward someone who is anonymous.
How do you deal with road rage when driving your VW cars? Let us know if you are productive or if you have ever done anything you are ashamed of when behind the wheel.
