There are not many things in life more irritating than bad driving habits. We have all been on the road with irresponsible drivers, and some of us may be guilty of poor driving habits ourselves. However, driving recklessly or not paying attention often creates more negative effects than we realize. Not only can it lead to accidents and road rage, it can also be bad for the environment and causes extra wear and tear on your vehicle.
Here are five common driving behaviors that are not only annoying, but also dangerous and destructive.
1. Tailgating. Tailgating is by far one of the most annoying things one driver can do to another. There is a high risk of an accident if the other driver suddenly stops, and constantly switching from your gas to brakes guzzles gasoline. In fact, tailgating can reduce a vehicle’s gas mileage by up to 33%.
2. Using a cell phone. Over 5,000 people die every year in accidents involving a distracted driver. Waiting to call someone back or answer a text message will not only make the other vehicles around you happy, it could save your and their lives.
3. Being in the wrong lane. If you find yourself in the turn lane when you should be going straight, or vice versa, follow the lane and turn around later. Doing so will allow the people behind you, who are in the right lane, to get through the light, and is less dangerous and probably just as easy.
4. Hitting the brakes on the highway. Unless the traffic in front of you is quickly stopping or at a standstill, lay off the brake. Keep a safe distance between you and the car in front of you so you can react to their changing speed without using the brakes. It will make other drivers happy, and help your gas mileage too.
5. Cutting other drivers off. Cutting across lanes of traffic is extremely dangerous, as it can easily lead to an accident and frustrates other drivers. Plan ahead so you know when you need to turn or get off the highway, and always use your blinker.
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