Don't get mad, get even tempered.

• Be forgiving and assume that other drivers' mistakes are not personal.
• If challenged by another driver, take a deep breath and move out of the way.
• Plan routes well and allow yourself enough time to arrive at your destination.
• Try to relax, stay calm, remain patient and courteous.
• Don't try to cover too much distance without a break (20-minute break every 2 hours).
• Make yourself comfortable in your vehicle.
• Avoid exchanging rude words, making obscene gestures or expressing anger in any way.
• Avoid driving in the spirit of retaliation or competing with other drivers.
• Avoid the temptation to accelerate, brake or swerve suddenly.
• Respect the speed limit and keep the appropriate distance from other vehicles.
• Remember: It is not your responsibility to teach other drivers a lesson.
• Avoid the temptation to start a fight or carry any sort of weapon. It may provoke a potential assailant and could end up in his or her hands.
• The left-hand lane is for passing only. Stay in the right-hand lane if you drive slowly.
• Signal lane changes well in advance. Avoid cutting off other drivers.
• If someone cuts you off, slow down and give the driver room to merge.
• Remain well behind someone who is driving erratically.
• Allow tailgaters to pass. Leave 2-4 seconds between your vehicle and the one ahead.
• Avoid flashing your high beams or jumping a red light.
• Use the horn sparingly and avoid gestures that might anger another driver.
• Avoid eye contact with aggressive drivers - it is often interpreted as a personal attack.
• When parking, use only one parking spot and wait your turn to park your car.
• Avoid escalating conflicts; you don't know how explosive they can become.
• Remain inside your vehicle in a hostile situation. Lock doors and close windows.
• If you are being harassed by another motorist, drive to the closest police station or to a busy area to seek assistance - use your horn if necessary.
• To remain safe, never lead a road rage aggressor to your place of residence.

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