How do you communicate "sorry, my bad" when you make a mistake while driving?

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How do you communicate "sorry, my bad" when you make a mistake while driving? - Lemmy.World

Like, if you accidentally cut someone off, and they get mad and honk, how do you apologize?

Mount one of these in your rear window? Neon style LED wall art script saying “chill”

Real answer: double tap a light (beams, brakes, or hazards) because most things you would say to them are two beat’s long:

  • “Thank you”
  • ”Sorry”
  • “My bad”
  • ”Go on”
  • ”Nice drift”
  • ”You drunk?”

For me, I go with:

One long honk : PAY ATTENTION! Right now to avoid an accident!

One short honk: hey bud, not mad but the light changed, or similar. Also used when I see someone I know.

Two short honks: did not respond to one short honk. Also used when I was the one to fuck up - accompanied by head nod/bow, arms up with hands upturned, mouthing “I’m sorry”, and/or similar gestures.

Two long honks: you did something bad, like turning out in front of me with not enough room. I’m yelling about it!

Combination of short and long honks: I’m pissed at what you just did. Mad enough that I want to shame you, at least enough to make your next several minutes awkward. Given the chance I’m flipping you off, or simply shaking my head in acknowledgment of your shame.