Are Your Driving Habits Annoying to Other Drivers?
A lot of drivers consider their driving skills to be on par, and probably superior to other drivers. But, there are definitely bad behaviors that even the best drivers exhibit from time to time. So, it’s time to take a good look at some driving etiquette rules, developed by the experts at Car and Driver, to see if you’re being a safe and courteous driver.
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Fog poses a significant threat to you and other drivers, and that’s why your car has fog lights to help with the lessened visibility. But, using your fog lights when there isn’t fog, can be detrimental to other drivers.
One of the biggest pet peeves for drivers is other drivers not using their turn signals, and no matter how many times it’s said, some drivers just don’t get or remember the message. When you’re going to make a turn or change lanes, turn on your blinker.
This is more about when you stop driving, but your parking misadventures can be just as annoying to other drivers as your on-the-road antics.
“We’ve all been there: The Trader Joe’s parking lot is packed (it always is), and some creep in a dented Chevy is taking up two spaces because he couldn’t manage to navigate his heap between the lines. Be courteous to your fellow errand runners and take the time to make sure you’re not taking up two (or more) spaces,” advises Car and Driver writer Drew Dorian.
Hogging the left lane on the highway will get you angry glances from other drivers. The left lane is for passing.
“Move over to the right or middle lane and let faster traffic get by,” recommends Dorian.
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Tailgating any vehicle is a no-no, but you should especially nix that behavior near semi-trucks.
“These large vehicles require more distance to stop than passenger cars and more room to maneuver,” he adds.
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