Aggressive Driving and Road Rage
Self-Study | 2 ADED Contact Hours | Members $50 / Non-Members $100

This self-study requires participants to download a technical report, read it and then successfully complete a quiz scoring 75% or higher (3 attempts are given). 
This self-study must be completed within 6 months of purchase. 

Aggressive Driving and Road Rage

Steinbach, R., Kasha, A., Svancara, A., & Parker, J. (2025). Aggressive Driving and Road Rage (Technical Report). Washington, D.C.: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.

Abstract: Aggressive driving and road rage are perceived to be serious threats to public safety and contribute to a substantial number of road traffic crashes each year. Previous work by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (AAAFTS) found that in 2014 more than 78% of drivers reported engaging in at least one aggressive driving behavior in the past year, underscoring the high prevalence of such risky behaviors. Changes in driving patterns, lifestyles, and technology (both inside and outside the vehicle) in the past decade may have changed the types of behaviors that road users perceive as aggressive, as well as the causes and contributing factors of aggressive driving behaviors. This study updated previous AAAFTS research on aggressive driving, further explored the etiology of aggressive driving behaviors and related attitudes, and examined how the concepts of aggressive driving and road rage have evolved over time.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the prevalence of aggressive driving, road rage, and violent driving behaviors among drivers and discuss their impact on roadway safety. 
• Assess personal, environmental, and cultural factors that contribute to aggressive driving behaviors in clients or patient populations.  
• Identify the emotional factors associated with aggressive driving, including anger, frustration, anxiety, fear, and pleasure, and explain how emotional triggers can escalate driving behavior.  
• Develop evidence-informed strategies to help drivers recognize emotional triggers and implement techniques to reduce aggressive driving behaviors.  
• Incorporate education on road etiquette, emotional self-regulation, and safe driving habits into practice.

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