Abstract
This paper defines aggressive driving and points out its dangers to the driver, passengers and others on the road. According to the paper, aggressive drivers know they may be driving in such a way that could endanger others. The paper also notes studeis which examines the behaviors of aggressive drivers, particularly males.

From the Paper
"Aggressive driving can be defined as driving that fails to consider the safety of others. Aggressive drivers know they may be driving in such a way that could endanger others. This is different than road rage where a person becomes angry at one driver and then retaliates. Studying the behaviors of aggressive drivers, males are more aggressive in driving than females and why, and knowing what to do when someone is aggressively driving is vital..."

Tags:aggressive, driving, statistics

Abstract
This research study investigates gender differences in aggressive driving. The paper begins by presenting a clear definition of the term aggressive driving and by establishing the extent of the problem via various research results and hypotheses. The paper also considers the fact that aggressive driving behavior is on the rise worldwide and then uses all of this information to investigate gender differences in cases of aggressive driving.

From the Paper
"A central thrust of this study will be based on patterns of behavior as they apply to gender differences. Fro example, the distinct difference between male and female drivers with regard to aggressive behavior while driving has been shown to be the case in the UK. This gender pattern has been measured in relation to various quantifiable variables. One of the most significant statistics is the accident rate as a direct result of aggressive driving behavior. "In all studies and analysis, without exception, men have been shown to have a higher rate of (car) crashes than women". (Sex differences in driving and insurance risk, 2004) Differences between male and female drivers in terms of crash rates are shown in a wide range of countries, including the United States, Europe, Asia and Africa. The figures consistently show that males are significantly more at risk than females. (ibid)"

Tags:insurance, risk, young, men, express, aggression, direct, indirect, serious, accidents

Abstract
This paper examines all aspects of aggressive driving. The paper explains that aggressive driving can be defined as driving that fails to consider the safety of others and that aggressive drivers know they may be driving in such a way that could endanger others. The paper then looks at the difference between road rage and aggressive driving. The paper points out that studying the behaviors of aggressive drivers and knowing what to do when someone is driving aggressively is vital in reducing the number of accidents caused by aggressive drivers. The paper then looks at why male drivers are more aggressive than females. The paper concludes with suggestions on how one can protect oneself from aggressive drivers.

Outline:
The Dangers of Aggressive Driving
Understanding Aggressive Driving Behaviors
Male Drivers Are More Aggressive than Females
Protecting Oneself Against Aggressive Drivers

From the Paper
"If a driver intentionally intends to harm another driver or another person, they can be stated to be aggressive drivers. Some people may not intend to be aggressive drivers, but they know they are taking risks that could endanger the lives of others which make them aggressive drivers. Some of the behaviors that aggressive drivers have are tailgating, failure to obey traffic signs, weaving in and out of traffic with no regard to safety, passing on the right, honking, yelling, and facial or hand gestures (Aggressive Driving). Most aggressive drivers have high levels of stress and may be angry at loved ones and/or angry at themselves. Often these drivers may have mental health problems. Three factors are in common and they are "lack of responsible driving behavior, reduced levels of traffic enforcement, and increased congestion and travel in our urban areas" (Aggressive Driving)."

Tags:safety, driver, road, rage, traffic, law, behaviour

Abstract
This paper discusses the phenomenon of aggressive driving in the United States. It discusses whether there is a profile of an aggressive driver, in terms of age, race, education, ethnicity, wealth status or religion. The paper then presents statistics of the number of incidents of aggressive driving in the United States per year. The paper concludes by describing possible techniques that may reduce anger and aggression in drivers.

From the Paper
"According to one estimate, there may be as many as 400 billion hostile exchanges between motorists in the United States each year, and because these incidents can result in serious injury or death, the phenomenon of road rage has been the subject of national attention (Sharkin 2004). While it appears that relatively few people actually seek counseling specifically for help with angry or aggressive driving, there may be many people who could benefit from some type of intervention to help them cope with driving anger and reduce the risk of being involved in a serious road rage incident (Sharkin 2004). In addition, aggressive drivers may find that relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and stretching when they are stuck in congested traffic, listening to soothing music or audio-books, and drinking herbal teas instead of caffeine beverages to be helpful (Sharkin 2004)."

Tags:altercation, traffic, road, rage

Abstract
The paper discusses the history of the term 'road rage' and its three major contributing factors of demographics, environmental factors and personality types. The paper looks at the statistics on road rage and discusses intermittent explosive disorder (IED), an impulse control disorder, as a cause of road rage. The writer of the paper concludes with a personal perspective on road rage and ways to address its incidence.

From the Paper
"There are three major contributing factors to road rage. They are demographics, situations or environmental factors, and personality types (Sharkin, 2004). Each of these factors can contribute to road rage behavior. For example, situations such as traffic jams and traffic congestion can lead to road rage behavior in some drivers; they simply become overly angry at the situation and take out their frustration on another driver. Driving is also a stressful environment, and stress can lead to road rage, too."

Tags:aggression, traffic, jams, congestion, intermittent, explosive, disorder

Abstract
This paper explains that many people believe that the problem of road rage and bad driving is associated with the east and west coasts in the United States where life is in the fast lane, but it appears to be across the country, as well as in other areas of the world. The author points out that most "bad" drivers are not malicious people who are purposely trying to harm someone, but rather usually cautious drivers who are late for an appointment or quick decision makers who end up cutting someone off. The paper suggest that (1) they need help in changing their aggressive behavior through the introduction of new attitudes and driver relaxation techniques and (2) should develop better habits including checking one's mirror for traffic when passing, not tailgating and keeping the cell phone in its receiver.

From the Paper
"In a survey of more than 1,000 adults reported on CNN, the American Driver and Traffic Safety Association found that 64 percent believed people are driving much less courteously and safely than five years ago. Experts say that a number of reasons exist for this new form of bad driving. Crowded highways cause tailgating and near-collisions. Another reason is the great hurry Americans have to quickly reach their destination. Yet a third cause is a combination of ignorance and bad manners. Although stress and less room on the road account for road problems in many cases, a number of rude people just ignore traffic rules, have forgotten them, or never learned them at all because they did not take driver's education. In fact, about 35 percent of drivers have not had this training."

Tags:stress, relaxation, habits, highways, manners

Abstract
This paper gives a personal account of incidents of road rage. The paper then discusses the growing epidemic of road rage in the United States and the effects that it has on individuals and driver safety in general. The paper discusses how road rage can be reduced on the roads by discussing the police's role and also the aims and successes of an organization called "Citizens against Speeding and Aggressive Driving".

From the Paper
"Road rage can take place anywhere you drive a motor vehicle. Parking lots, a drive-thru, such as at a bank or fast food restaurant, a red light, a highway during construction and just about any place you drive. Sometimes Road Rage is extended out of our cars and into the supermarkets, banks, local or department stores or just on the walk back to our cars. It's like a virus that is spreading like wild fire. ("Mad Driver's Disease: A survival guide for handling highway nuts, from a recovering lunatic")"

Tags:pedestrian, impatience, traffic, aggressive

Abstract
This paper relates that, despite the encouraging increase in the use of seat belts, it is clear that many Americans are still choosing not to buckle up, endangering both their lives and the lives of their fellow passengers. The author points out that wearing a seat belt is not the only way to increase traffic safety; reducing speeding, aggressive driving, and stopping drunk-driving also are important factors. The paper explains that stricter laws regarding the use of seat belts have been shown to save lives, but recent attempts to make seat belt compliance a primary offence in some states have stalled.

From the Paper
"The human collision is what many people correctly associate with human damage that occurs during an automobile crash. This occurs when human occupants hit some part of the vehicle. Occupants who are not wearing a seatbelt continue to move at the speed of the car, and hit a part of the vehicle with this force. These "unbelted occupants will slam into the steering wheel, the windshield, or some other part of the vehicle interior".

Tags:collision, speed, compliance, force, offence

Abstract
This paper examines the historical origins of road rage and some more modern statistics, showing that road rage is nothing new. Aggressive driving has plagued American highways since cars first became popular at the in the early years of the 20th century. But, the notion that the nation is undergoing a rash of road rage incidents of violence is overblown, and not supported by the statistical evidence on traffic injuries and fatalities.

From the Paper
"In the United States, the fear of road rage has grown in the last several years to even eclipse the fear of drunk drivers. On American highways, careful drivers are wary of the iconic redneck trucker, replete with a beer gut, a shotgun under the seat, and an inflammatory temper. Of course, authorities also warn against road rage in cities, where congestion and frustration can combine in violent ways. Eery so often, the media picks up the story of an otherwise law-abiding citizen who runs a fellow driver off the road because they merged incorrectly. Worse are the occasional examples of drivers using weapons--or their cars as weapons--to kill other motorists in Mad Maxx style confrontations on long stretches of American highways."

Tags:road, rage, america

Abstract
What causes otherwise rational people to become "road warriors" when they get behind the wheel of a car or other vehicle? There are numerous causes of road rage, but the bottom line is that nearly every driver on the road encounters an incident of this aggressive driving behavior every year. I will quote experts in the field and give my opinion as to how we can reduce these potentially fatal incidents.