American drivers are feeling more frustration on the road, new research shows

ATLANTA – A recent research by Hankook Tires shows that American drivers experience more frustration on the road than in previous years.

In 2024, only 57% of drivers would describe themselves as ‘attentive, responsible and obedient’ – down from 65% in 2014. In addition, the number of people admitting to occasionally losing their patience while driving has increased slightly, with 26% reporting episodes of road safety. anger, compared to 23% ten years ago.

The poll shows that the bad behavior of other drivers is still the top cause of road rage, cited by 53% of respondents, followed by heavy traffic, which irritates 33% of drivers. Interestingly, about 22% of drivers say they generally remain tolerant no matter the situation, demonstrating a divide in how Americans handle challenges on the road.

The generational differences were also significant.

Gen Z drivers were the most likely to express frustration and drive more aggressively at 26%, followed by Millennials at 22%, Gen X at 20% and Boomers at just 13%.

These findings suggest that attitudes towards road conditions and driving etiquette are evolving, with younger drivers showing the most impatience. Experts are reminding drivers to remain patient and prioritize safety, especially as road rage incidents appear to be on the rise.