Drivers' road rage response goes viral but experts warn it could result in £2,500 fine
A viral TikTok has left viewers in stitches after a driver shared her unique road rage response - but experts have warned against using it as it could result in a hefty fine or even prison time.
Road rage is a familiar frustration for many drivers, often resulting in swearing, honking or rude gestures. However, a recent TikTok video has taken the internet by storm with its unusual take on handling road rage.
The viral clip, which has more than 165k views on TikTok, features a driver who carries an egg in the front of her car, ready to use when another road user annoys her.
Some users have been inspired by this idea with one viewer commenting "immediately puts egg in the car", but others have highlighted the potential risk of doing so. One user commented: "my son has an egg allergy, so if someone was to throw an egg at him or on his property, it could be so dangerous."
Despite the humorous intent, driving experts from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts have issued a serious caution against throwing objects at other vehicles.
Driving experts are strongly urging motorists not to take inspiration from this TikTok. Throwing items at other vehicles is classed as a criminal offence, due to the egg having the opportunity to distract or harm another driver.
Additionally, throwing an egg at other cars might result in assault or vandalism charges. Vandalism fines can leave drivers with fines up to £2,500 or even a three-month jail term.
Driving with an egg in your car to potentially throw at other vehicles undermines your safety, as well as other drivers. By throwing an egg at other drivers, you are not in full control of your vehicle and your decision-making on the road becomes impaired.
Now, motoring experts have shared tips for when you experience road rage, with experts from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts advising those to follow the following advice so journeys are less likely to become stressful:
Take deep breaths
Before lashing out, the experts suggest taking deep breaths and remaining calm on the road. They recommend playing calming music and creating a safe environment within your car, which can be essential to staying safe on the road.
Plan ahead
If you are someone who easily gets angry on the road or prefers to avoid unpleasant journeys, then planning ahead can be beneficial. Try to avoid rush hour, busy routes or setting off too late as these can all contribute to increased stress while driving.
Making sure you have plenty of time to reach your destination can help reduce frustration caused by other road users.
Avoid multitasking
Keeping your attention on the road should be your main focus when driving, and by doing so you will always be aware of your surroundings.
It's common for drivers to take advantage of the bluetooth feature to chat to family and friends, or even find themselves singing along to music while driving. If you're feeling stressed it is best to avoid these distractions and refrain from using Bluetooth features to stay focused on the road.
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Pull over and take a minute
If you feel overwhelmed with stress or highly frustrated with other road users, the expert recommends you pull over where it's safe to do so and take a moment to breathe and calm down.
Take some time for yourself to reduce your heart rate, then when you feel ready and safe, you can begin driving again.
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