| It is estimated by the National Highway Traffic | | | | such as: |
| Administration that a fatal car accident occurs every | | | | - Excessive speeding |
| 13 minutes on American roadways, making car | | | | - Weaving in and out of traffic |
| wrecks the number one cause of death for persons | | | | - Ignoring or disobeying traffic laws |
| between the ages of 2 and 34. For these reasons, it | | | | - Following too closely, or "tailgating" |
| is important to always remain alert and attentive | | | | - Abrupt lane changes |
| when behind the wheel. Knowing how to detect and | | | | Detecting reckless drivers is relatively easy; however, |
| avoid a reckless driver can help protect you and your | | | | avoiding them may not be. |
| family from a tragic accident. | | | | Avoiding a Collision |
| What to Look For | | | | If you encounter a reckless driver, do your best to |
| In order to stay safe while driving, one must follow | | | | remain a safe distance away. Let them pass you, do |
| all traffic laws, remain alert, and be able to detect | | | | not speed up in an attempt to prevent them from |
| and avoid other hazardous driving conditions, one of | | | | darting in front of you. It is best to slow down, |
| which may be a reckless driver. Statistics indicate | | | | change lanes, or turn to avoid an accident. Reckless |
| that younger, less experienced drivers are the most | | | | drivers are unpredictable and oftentimes aggressive, |
| likely to develop poor driving habits. When you are | | | | so protect yourself and your loved ones by steering |
| driving, be on the look out signs of a reckless driver, | | | | clear. |