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Why do people speed up very close to you almost as if they are about to hit you then cut you off??

is this a new trend? i see this happening all over roads and hwys nowadays.

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UCANTCME

Itâ€™s not a new trend, its called stupidity â€œthe lack of understanding the rules of the roadâ€....

chris2EM

It's called Intimidation

People think they own the road.

kenbgray

Because they think they own the road and you are in the way.

smartblond48

They are ignorant oafs that don't have a clue about proper driving technique. The biggest issue is that they see nothing wrong with it. And as the roads get more crowded we are going to see more of it.

thud.fan

I think these actions are copy-catted from NASCAR. You see it all the time on the track. "I gotta be in front of you and if you don't move, I'm gonna stay right on your bumper" (so I can win). Monkey see, monkey do.

It is strictly an ego and attitude thing. Drivers not realizing that when we are behind the wheel, we weigh over 1000 lbs and have over 100 hp under our right foot. But more importantly, the vehicle is me with all my emotions and attitudes and feelings influencing how I operate my vehicle. If I am not in control of me, there is not way I can control my vehicle.

armymom1968

Drives me nuts too. I guess they feel that the closer they get the faster you will drive or if they get up close enough to you they will have more of a chance in passing you.

Dan W

They are STUPID. you knew that.

Aerostar

I agree with the common sentiment expressed by most of your responders. In addition, if you didn't "claim ownership" of the passing lane yourself then other drivers wouldn't have an opportunity to menace you then cut you off. Road courtesy works both ways. Lets all be civilized and courteous to each other on the road!

Todd L

You are driving too slow in the wrong lane. I hate when people drive slow in the passing lane. This lane is for passing, if you aren't passing get out of the lane.

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