Parents could be passing on bad habits including 'road rage' to new drivers. 22/03/11


A recent report by the AA (Automobile Association) suggests that parents could be passing on bad habits and even 'road rage' to their children when they are out and about in their cars.

Parents who display aggressive 'road rage' type behaviour as well as poor driving technique in front of their children could unwittingly be passing on these habits to the drivers of the future.

Aside from losing their temper when at the wheel, things like driving too fast, fast accelerating/rapid braking, driving too close to the car in front and not checking mirrors properly were all identified as habits that could be picked up by their children. It is well known that poor driving techniques such as these can sometimes stem from, and even lead to the kind of aggressive driving style that can cause road accidents.

AA Driving School Director Simon Douglas says "dangerous habits are easily passed on, and it is alarming to see evidence that road rage is being passed on to another generation of drivers". He went on to say - "Parents should try to set a good example with their own driving – and remember to let the experts do the teaching, while they focus on helping their children gain experience.”

Drivers need to be encouraged to adopt defensive driving behaviour. Such behaviour involves a calm and considerate driving style, whilst endeavouring to maintain an awareness of what's going on around them at all times. If we all adopt this behaviour it is more likely to lead to fewer car accidents and their resulting injuries on our roads.

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