What should you avoid doing when another driver is aggressive?

When another driver exhibits aggressive behavior, it is essential to avoid engaging or provoking them further. Engaging with an aggressive driver can escalate the situation, leading to road rage or dangerous driving scenarios. Instead of addressing the aggressive behavior directly, which can provoke a response, it’s safer to remain calm and composed. This helps to defuse any potential confrontation.

Apologizing for any mistakes may seem like a way to smooth tensions, but it might not address the aggressive driver's behavior and could keep the focus on their aggression. Driving away quickly can also be risky if it leads to erratic driving or if the other driver chooses to follow. Using hand signals to communicate could misinterpret intentions and potentially escalate the situation further, as aggressive drivers may misinterpret signals and react negatively.

Ultimately, the safest response is to avoid any action that could provoke aggression while maintaining distance and calmness on the road.