* Take a deep breath. Remember, you’re in a vehicle because you have somewhere to go. Likewise, other drivers have the same goal.

* Even if you are angry, exercise self-control and avoid obscene hand gestures and eye contact with a potential offender. It’s a crazy world we live in, and you never know if someone has a gun in his car or decides to follow you home.

* Distracted drivers can cause frustration and put others in danger, so pledge to not text or play with your smartphone while driving.

* Don’t hog the left lane. Move over and let faster traffic pass. Even if someone is speeding, it’s not your job to stop him (unless you’re a cop, in which case, carry on).

* Conversely, don’t tailgate others or drive like a you-know-what. The rules of the road apply equally to all of us.

* Be courteous. If someone needs to get into your lane because his lane is ending or because he has a turn coming up, let him in. Think of it as paying it forward. Next time you need to make a lane change, hopefully someone else will be just as courteous.

* Signal before changing lanes. It lets the other person know your intentions. And if another car happens to be in your blindspot, the signal will allow the other driver to react more quickly since he will know that you’re trying to move over.

* If you feel you are in danger, pull over and call 9-1-1 to report the incident, noting the location and make/model of the other vehicle, along with the license plate number if possible. During the call, ensure that your doors are locked and windows are closed.

* To help you relax, turn on the radio or listen to an audiobook.