Tailgate Talks are short lessons that can be delivered to small groups of learners outside of a traditional classroom. This category lists all Tailgate Talks on the topic of aggressive driving.
Which of the following are excuses used by people who committed murder as a result of road rage? “He cut me off on the highway.” “She was only driving the posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour.” “He wouldn’t turn off his high beams.” ANSWER: All of these are actual excuses offered by people who …
Is road rage the same thing as aggressive driving? How do you define each term? There is a difference. Aggressive driving is a traffic offense; road rage is a criminal offense. Road rage is defined as “an assault with a motor vehicle or other dangerous weapon by the operator or passenger(s) of another motor vehicle …
Aggressive drivers often swerve across multiple lanes at once, instead of moving over lane by lane, one at a time. Have you ever done that when in a rush, or when you realized you’re about to miss an exit? Want to be cured of that habit? Watch this…these two minutes will forever change how you …
Opinion surveys show motorists rate aggressive driving as a top threat to highway safety, yet many do not see their own behavior as aggressive. Are you an aggressive driver? Take this quiz to find out. What was your score?
What factors contribute to aggressive drivers’ behavior? Take 60 seconds to list all reasons you can think of for a driver to behave aggressively. Three factors can contribute to aggressive driving behavior on Texas roads. ONE. Lack of responsible driving behavior On the road, the focus often is on individual rights and freedom, not on responsibility …
When confronted by aggressive drivers… First and foremost make every attempt to get out of their way. Put your pride in the back seat. Do not challenge them by speeding up or attempting to hold-your-own in your travel lane. Wear your seat belt. It will it hold you in your seat and behind the wheel …
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What is Aggressive Driving? In 60 seconds, list as many driving behaviors as you can that you would consider “aggressive.” Maybe you even encountered some while driving today! How many of the following behaviors match your list? Aggressive driving behaviors can include: Speeding Drag racing on public streets Frequent and unnecessary lane changes Tailgating Running …
Listen to this conversation between Dave and his passenger. Does Daredevil Dave’s story or parts of it sound like anyone you know? How would you define aggressive driving? The prototype of an aggressive driver can be all over the map, from a mom who is late for her children’s soccer game, to a person who …
