October 28th 2024.
A nurse from Queensland, Emma Evans, recently shared her terrifying experience of becoming a victim of road rage. She was driving along the Bruce Highway when a white Toyota started driving recklessly and deliberately targeted her. The incident was caught on dashcam, showing the car slamming into her vehicle. This attack lasted for more than half an hour and even a year later, Evans is still affected by it. She describes it as a very scary experience and admits to still having nightmares about it.
Physically, the attack caused damage to her car and left her with a shoulder injury that is taking a long time to heal. But the emotional toll it has taken on her is even worse. She is unable to go to work and the trauma of the incident is still affecting her mental well-being. Unfortunately, she is not the only one to have experienced such an ordeal. Many other drivers in Queensland also believe that aggressive behavior on the roads is becoming more frequent and severe.
According to the latest RACQ Safety Survey, 86% of people think that road rage is getting worse. Dr. Michael Kane, the head of public policy at RACQ, confirms that this is a growing problem, especially on major motorways and high-speed environments. He also adds that 7.6% of people have admitted to carrying a weapon in their car, which is a major concern. Recent incidents have included dangerous acts such as throwing metal poles and beer bottles in anger, physically attacking other drivers, and using their own vehicles to cause damage.
The most common form of aggressive behavior on the roads is tailgating, with nearly 50% of road users admitting to experiencing it. This is followed by excessive honking at 34.2% and rude hand gestures at 28.2%. One dangerous behavior that has been reported by 24.9% of drivers is being cut off by another driver, only for them to slow down and cause further frustration.
Overall, the rise in road rage incidents is causing great concern among drivers in Queensland. This behavior not only puts the safety of others at risk, but it also has a significant impact on the mental and emotional well-being of those involved. It is important for drivers to remain calm and respectful on the roads to prevent any further incidents from occurring.
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