There is a relationship between suggestibility and behaviour on the road, especially in the context of learning to participate safely in traffic:
1) Influence of signals and warnings: Drivers with high suggestibility respond quickly to warnings, traffic lights or car audio system instructions. They can be aimed at safe driving, such as slowing down or being attentive to pedestrians.
2) Influence of social behavior: Passengers or other drivers on the road can influence the driver’s decisions. For example, if passengers pressure the driver to exceed the speed limit, the driver with high suggestibility may begin to behave as the passengers demand.
3) The influence of media and awareness: road campaigns and preventive advertising are more effective for people with high suggestibility. Conversely, exposure to content that encourages risk or aggression can encourage reckless behavior.