Car Horn Pet Peeve: An Aggressive Rant

Thread starter Greg Bernhardt
Start date Jul 17, 2012
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The discussion centers on the frustration with how car horns are used in the U.S., particularly the aggressive and unhelpful honking that often occurs in traffic situations. Many participants express that excessive honking serves little purpose and can escalate tensions rather than facilitate communication. Instances are shared where drivers honked excessively at others who were temporarily blocking traffic, despite the situation being unavoidable. Some argue that honking is often a reaction of frustration rather than a constructive warning, and it can lead to increased aggression among drivers. There is a call for a reevaluation of how horns are designed and used, suggesting that they should promote courtesy rather than serve as tools for punishment. The conversation also touches on cultural differences in driving behaviors, with some noting that honking is perceived differently in various countries. Overall, the thread highlights a shared sentiment that patience and understanding should replace the impulse to honk aggressively in traffic situations.

Jul 21, 2012

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DaveC426913 said:

I'll bet she lives very nearby. She's probably gone this way so many times it probably didn't occur to her she might still be obliged to obey traffic laws.

Been there—done that. You remember what my town is like, even though you had limited exposure. The buggers put up a 3-way stop on the intersection of 5th Ave. and a mall parking lot, without thinking to install "new signal ahead" signs at eye level as is normally done. I probably went through there 3 or 4 times before I realized that it wasn't still a through-way.