--- title: Bad Driver Behaviour Gets Everybody Angry description: Have you had your share of bad driving habits? Many of us do and it's a shame. Here are some perfect examples of driving that causes road rage. image: http://www.1800approved.com.au/hubfs/blog/Counterflowing_Vehicle.jpg --- [![1800 Approved Finance Solutions](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hubfs/Logos/1800Approved_dark.png)](https://www.1800approved.com.au) ### [**1800 277 768](tel:1800277768) #### WELCOME TO # Our blogs Our aim is to supply you with the best information that you can be confident in your knowledge when you make an application with us. # [![logo-easter-d](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Easter%20Campaign%202022/logo-easter-d.png?width=268&name=logo-easter-d.png)](https://consumer.zink.com.au/v1) ### Other Posts - [COVID-19 proof your business cash flow – with a little help from the government!](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/covid-19-proof-your-business-cash-flow) - [$150,000 Tax-write Off — Going, Going, Gone](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/tax-write-off-going-going-gone) - [Current combination of events means it's the best time to buy a car](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/the-current-combination-of-events-means-its-the-best-time-to-buy-a-car) - [How to protect your credit score during this COVID-19 pandemic](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/tips-on-how-to-manage-your-business-cash-flow-0) - [Tips on how to manage your business cash flow— How the stimulus package is geared to help.](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/tips-on-how-to-manage-your-business-cash-flow) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/bad-driver-behaviors-that-gets-everybody-angry) - [**](https://twitter.com/share?url=https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/bad-driver-behaviors-that-gets-everybody-angry) - [**](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/bad-driver-behaviors-that-gets-everybody-angry) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/cws/share?url=https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/bad-driver-behaviors-that-gets-everybody-angry) - [**](http://www.youtube.com/user/?url=https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/bad-driver-behaviors-that-gets-everybody-angry) ## Bad Driver Behaviour Gets Everybody Angry Posted by [Jane Clothier](https://www.1800approved.com.au/blog/author/jane-clothier) on 31 January, 2017 Driving is a privilege, not a right. With that comes the social responsibility to act accordingly and courteously while on the road. Though the Australian government does what it can to educate drivers about the proper conduct while driving, it really does boil down to the person’s attitude and psychological readiness to get behind the wheel. Here are some of the many incidents that will really test your patience on the road. It is hard not to react aggressively during these situations but just be calm about it and try not to stress yourself because it could ruin the whole course of your day. ## Not knowing how to merge Some people will argue that they’re not aware of the merge or the road closure ahead but seeing the long line should be a clue. ![Not_Knowing_how_to_merge_2.jpg](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/Not_Knowing_how_to_merge_2.jpg?width=429&name=Not_Knowing_how_to_merge_2.jpg) There is a study from the [Minnesota Department of Transportation](http://www.dot.state.mn.us/) though about the advantages of zipper merges or, just like in the picture, cutting in where the road merges. It makes sense on certain conditions but I’m not sure if it will help the flow of traffic or not especially if drivers do not know what “alternate” means. ## Counterflowing    Some people somehow feel privileged to think that they should not be stuck in traffic like everybody else and results to counterflowing because… well, they are privileged. You will not only cause traffic on the opposite lane, you are also endangering the lives of other drivers. ![Counterflowing Vehicle](http://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/Counterflowing_Vehicle.jpg?width=734&name=Counterflowing_Vehicle.jpg "Counterflowing Vehicle") Source: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tWE225E0amQ/maxresdefault.jpg ## Blocking an intersection All intersections should be kept clear whether there’s a big sign indicating it or not. It’s common sense. You can’t go anywhere after all because of the traffic so why cause traffic on other roads. ![blocking-a-keep-clear-intersection.jpg](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/blocking-a-keep-clear-intersection.jpg?width=347&name=blocking-a-keep-clear-intersection.jpg)Here’s the worst thing that could happen. ![Intersection_Traffic.jpg](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/Intersection_Traffic.jpg?width=580&name=Intersection_Traffic.jpg) Source: http://www.mercurynews.com/2013/03/04/roadshow-scorn-for-drivers-who-block-intersections/   ## Tailgaiting This is annoying to the highest level. Add to that the flashing of lights that some drivers love to do especially if you’re driving a smaller car or a less expensive one. ![tailgating.jpg](https://www.1800approved.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/tailgating.jpg?width=640&height=349&name=tailgating.jpg) Source: http://zkahlina.ca/ If you run into these situations (which you will if you drive every day), just keep your cool and let it go. Concentrate on reaching your destination safely and in one piece. We discussed road rage and how to avoid it in a recent article, give it a look for some tips in keeping your cool on the road. ---  1800Approved is an award winning [finance broker](https://www.1800approved.com.au/) - Australia's Broker of the Year for 2016 !  We have helped tens of thousands own their dream car, boat, jetski or caravan. Let us help you [finance your dream car](https://www.1800approved.com.au/car-loans/) today. Call us at 1800 277 768. 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