Aggressive driving (tailgating, weaving, etc.) is dangerous because:

Question: Aggressive driving (tailgating, weaving, etc.) is dangerous because:

Answer options:

• It saves fuel ✅ It greatly increases crash risk for everyone
• It is legal everywhere
• It improves traffic flow

Correct answer: It greatly increases crash risk for everyone

Explanation: Aggressive driving greatly increases the risk of collisions for all road users because behaviors like tailgating and frequent lane weaving drastically reduce the safe reaction time and critical buffer zones required to avoid hazards. Conversely, aggressive driving does not save fuel; the rapid, erratic acceleration and braking actually increase fuel consumption. It also disrupts traffic flow instead of improving it, and is strictly illegal under Québec’s Highway Safety Code. On the SAAQ exam, questions regarding driving behavior will always prioritize cooperative, defensive driving principles that minimize risk and promote collective safety on the road.