Failing to use a turn signal drives me crazy. All I ask of people is that they put in the minimal effort to be considerate of those around them. Flicking on the turn signal is literally the most minimal effort I can think of. Yet, there are those out there who don’t do it. Why? Seriously, it’s the simplest thing ever, it makes a huge difference in traffic, it reduces stress and confusion for everyone, and oh yeah, it’s the law! Even if it weren’t the law though, seriously, just do it so that you aren’t that guy. You live in a world with a lot of other people. Just give a shit. Please.
For over 8 years, I spent at least 2-1/2 hours a day in my car for my commute to and from work. I live in Chicago, so during rush hour, there are cars everywhere. People zig zag all over the highway and in the city, they suddenly slow down, stop, or pull over at random. It’s chaos. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gotten stuck behind someone at an intersection because they want to turn but didn’t use the signal. It’s infuriating. Again, it comes down to a minimal effort for a minimal amount of respect for the people around you.
After a few years, I even wrote a song about it to help me deal with my road rage. I’ll spare you the details, but basically, take the tune from the theme to Goldfinger, but use “Turn Signal” instead of “Goldfinger”. Wah waaah wah.
I so agree with you! Drives me nuts!! Worst offenders those in nice new cars! I could understand a older car possibly not working (though there are the had signals too) but a new car… no excuse!