Across the country, more drivers are becoming aggressive and confrontational behind the wheel. The problem is that it can lead to serious injuries and even deaths. Sadly, a lot of the hostility comes from people who don’t understand how to cope with their stress. The solution starts before you get behind the wheel.
Getting stuck in traffic and dealing with the daily frustrations of life can create high levels of stress. Combine that with a stressful event like the pandemic and the result can be dangerous driving.
“From Gridlock to Grudge: The Cities Where Road Rage Reigns Supreme”
That’s why we teamed up with Forbes Advisor to rank the worst states for road rage. The list is based on driver survey results about cutting off other vehicles, tailgating, slamming another car and more. Learn more graziamagazine.com
The top spot belongs to Florida, which has a notorious reputation for having bad drivers. Miami drivers specifically are considered the worst in the nation.
Other areas that are rated poorly include Arizona, New Mexico and Louisiana. The good news is that the states at the bottom of the list are all working to improve their road rage problems.
You can also reduce your chances of road rage by avoiding risky activities while driving. That includes texting, smoking, using a mobile device and more. It’s also a good idea to give yourself plenty of time to get where you need to be and don’t rush. That way, you’ll be less likely to become frustrated when someone slows you down or cuts you off.