Many drivers hesitate when merging, causing unnecessary slowdowns or dangerous last-second decisions. The best approach is to match the speed of the traffic you’re entering, plan your merge well in advance, and commit confidently.
A smooth merge means properly timing your approach, signalling early, and ensuring you have enough space without disrupting the flow of traffic. Indecisiveness is more dangerous than assertiveness when merging.
Rushing laterally is the greatest error. There is zero need to rush laterally. Most rush should be directed at matching the speed with hard gas or hard brakes, or both, whichever is needed.
Are you merging with confidence, or creating unnecessary risks?
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