Over the last 3 years, 10 million drivers in the UK have been prey to road rage, according to Zurich Insurance, as part of a car insurance survey.

Angry motorists seem to apply the tactics of tailgating and cutting up one in three drivers. Also exposed by the research company as a problem faced on the road was the physical and verbal threats and general abuse. Another 1 in 7 have been tailed by another motorist and 1 in 10 have been threatened or challenged by a driver who has pulled over and physically got out of their car.

Evening rush hour seemed to be a main cause of anger, with reports of aggressive behaviour peaking around this time, when people are rushing to get home after a stressful day.

Not only are lives put at risk by this dangerous driving, but car insurance premiums will go up if there is an accident and this is reflected on everyone.

Direct Line carried out a separate survey for drivers and it was found people also feel at risk when lorries are on the motorway. An incredible 18% said they felt nervous overtaking a lorry, while 39% of drivers felt frightened driving past a Heavy Goods Vehicle. In my opinion, this is a bad statistic and in some cases this could also be the cause of rising car insurance; to make sure you get the best deal, compare cheap car insurance.

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