Modern Driving Etiquette – The Avant Life

$Modern Driving Etiquette In a fast-paced world, practicing etiquette while driving a motor vehicle can be especially challenging. Rude, overaggressive, and distracted driving is all too common in very part of the world. A great way to counteract this is to remember to be present and patient when behind the wheel, setting the example for others on the road. Driving can be an ideal place to practice etiquette and self-mastery. Be mindful that rudeness on the road, intentional or not, can add to unnecessary stress in our lives. Practicing driving etiquette can alleviate a lot of that stress and make daily driving a more enjoyable experience. Safety is the etiquette when driving. It starts with driving lawfully, abiding by the rules of the road. Drive insured, and be assertive, yet predicable in your actions. Predictability most often means steadily driving the speed limit, using turn signals, being proactive when merging, and maintaining a safe 'two car' distance from other drivers. Minimize distractions while behind the wheel. Eating, preening in the mirror, navigating your cellphone, and especially texting is dangerous and makes you a risk to everyone sharing the road. Use your car horn thoughtfully to communicate to others; applying a light beep for light infractions, and reserving heavier beeps for emergencies. Be gracious and thank helpful drivers by waving. Remember that road rage can be easily triggered, and may compromise you and your passengers' safety. If confronted by aggression on the road, try the 'thumbs up' technique. It's simply giving a big thumbs up when displeased at others, often inciting shame in the aggressor, and can be far more effective than excessive honking the horn or yelling. Be respectful to everyone on the road, including crosswalk pedestrians and bicyclists, giving them their needed space and right-of-way. Do not litter nor blare excessively loud music; it's universally seen as distasteful. Be cautious not to use high beams and fog lights when not needed, it may impair or aggravate other drivers. As a passenger, act as a guest, and don't be a backseat driver. Before entering, it's proper to offer the front seat to your elders, significant other, or people of recognized status. Always ask before touching the climate or windows controls. Know that eating or smoking in someone else's car is usually abhorred unless invited to do so. Let driver choose the music, it's their concession. It's ok to make a suggestion, though respect the choice of the drivers' tunes. Wear your seat belt, don't make the driver take on the added responsibility of your safety. Finally, as a passenger, you should take the opportunity to empty any garbage found in the vehicle and clean the windshield when at a fuel stop. It's a common and appreciated gesture that any driver will appreciate. Alex Latorre, Business Etiquette Coach$

The Do’s and Don’ts of Modern Driving Etiquette–

In a fast-paced world, practicing etiquette while driving a motor vehicle can be especially challenging. Rude, overaggressive, and distracted driving is all too common in each corner of the world. A great way to counteract this is to remember to be present and patient when behind the wheel, setting the example for others on the road.

Driving can be an ideal place to practice etiquette and self-mastery. Be mindful that rudeness on the road, intentional or not, can add to unnecessary stress in our lives. Practicing driving etiquette can alleviate a lot of that stress and make daily driving a more enjoyable experience.

Safety is the etiquette when driving. It starts with driving lawfully, abiding by the rules of the road. Drive insured, and be assertive, yet predicable in your actions. Predictability most often means steadily driving the speed limit, using turn signals, being proactive when merging, and maintaining a safe ‘two car’ distance from other drivers. Minimize distractions while behind the wheel. Eating, preening in the mirror, navigating your cellphone, and especially texting is dangerous and makes you a risk to everyone sharing the road.

Use your car horn thoughtfully to communicate to others; applying a light beep for light infractions, and reserving heavier beeps for emergencies. Be gracious and thank helpful drivers by waving. Remember that road rage can be easily triggered, and may compromise you and your passengers’ safety. If confronted by aggression on the road, try the ‘thumbs up’ technique. It’s simply giving a big thumbs up when displeased at others, often inciting shame in the aggressor, and can be far more effective than excessive honking the horn or yelling.

Be respectful to everyone on the road, including crosswalk pedestrians and bicyclists, giving them their needed space and right-of-way. Do not litter nor blare excessively loud music; it’s universally seen as distasteful. Be cautious not to use high beams and fog lights when not needed, it may impair or aggravate other drivers.

As a passenger, act as a guest, and don’t be a backseat driver. Before entering, it’s proper to offer the front seat to your elders, significant other, or people of recognized status. Always ask before touching the climate or windows controls. Know that eating or smoking in someone else’s car is usually abhorred unless invited to do so. Let driver choose the music, it’s their concession. It’s ok to make a suggestion, though respect the choice of the drivers’ tunes. Wear your seat belt, don’t make the driver take on the added responsibility of your safety. Finally, as a passenger, you should take the opportunity to empty any garbage found in the vehicle and clean the windshield when at a fuel stop. It’s a common and appreciated gesture that any driver will appreciate.