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According to studies, 80% of drivers have expressed significant road rage within the last year. This number is alarming, considering that road rage accounts for some 66% of all traffic fatalities. The car crash attorneys at Gregory S. Young Co., LPA, in Cincinnati have been serving Ohio and Kentucky residents for nearly six decades; below, they share three causes of road rage and how to avoid them.

3 Common Causes of Road Rage (& How to Steer Clear of Them)

1. Misusing the Fast Line

Even the most basic driver instruction manual clearly tells us that the right lane is for slower traffic and the left lane is for faster traffic and passing those in the right lane. When someone drives slowly in the left lane, preventing others from getting by and stopping up the flow of vehicles, it can lead to anger. One solution is to leave yourself a bit of extra time, especially if your commute is during peak travel hours.

2. Riding the Brakes

car crashThose who ride their brakes—constantly applying pressure to the pedal when there's no reason to stop or slow—are a common source of frustration for drivers. If it's not possible to pass the offending vehicle, take a deep breath and stay a sufficient distance behind them; following too close could result in a car crash if they do indeed stop. Listening to calming music while driving has been known to soothe frazzled nerves and allay feelings of anger and impatience.

3. Distracted by Technology

Some drivers are so obsessed with their phones that they can't put them down, even when they're behind the wheel. We all know this is extremely dangerous and wildly irresponsible. It can also be maddening because a driver focused on their phone isn't focused on the road. Your best, in-the-moment solution? Pass the driver if at all possible, and leave a safe distance between your vehicle and theirs; their recklessness could be deadly.

Contact Gregory S. Young Co., LPA, to schedule a consultation with a car crash attorney; they also offer services for wrongful death and personal injury cases. Call (513) 721-1077 or visit them on Facebook or Twitter for more information. By knowing the causes of road rage and some ways to avert it, you can be a responsible driver who looks out not only for yourself, but for everyone else on the road.

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