Heavy Traffic
Stay safe and calm in congestion
Heavy traffic demands patience and awareness. Stop-and-go conditions increase accident risk from rear-end collisions, lane-change incidents, and frustrated driving behaviors.
Why This Matters
Traffic congestion leads to many minor accidents that could be avoided with patience and proper spacing. Staying calm also reduces personal stress and aggression.
Key Actions to Take
Maintain steady following distance
Avoid frequent lane changes
Keep checking mirrors for tailgaters
Leave space for merging vehicles
Stay alert despite slow speeds
Plan your exit maneuvers early
Do
- Use traffic information to plan routes
- Stay calm and patient
- Let aggressive drivers pass
- Take breaks if traffic stress builds
Don't
- Weave between lanes
- Follow too closely
- React to aggressive drivers
- Use phone in slow traffic (still illegal)
Pro Tips
The outside lanes often move faster in congestion
Frequent lane changers rarely save time but increase risk
Consider alternative routes or travel times
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