Knights Of The Road

Basic courtesies make the world go 'round.

I know I'm an old fuddy-duddy, but politeness costs nothing and makes for a more functional and happy society. Whether that's standing in line for or getting on a bus or tube; giving-up a seat for an older more infirm person or pregnant woman on said bus or tube; greeting people with a 'good morning' upon entering the office; or just being pleasant when buying a paper in the morning. You'll find that a courtesy is repaid right back to you.

It just feels good and gets things done.

Courtesy is especially important on the road. But it would seem that The Highway Code has gone out of the modern game -- especially in London.

It's really simple, all you Mad Max's out there on the Capital's streets. Signal before you maneuver, not as you do it or after the fact; acknowledge other drivers with a signal of thanks if they give way to you; get in the correct lane and don't lane-jump; and don't EVER maneuver on a cross junction.

Something happens to people when they get behind the wheel of two tons of machinery. They turn into pathologically aggressive and dangerous loons.

Everyone -- just chill. Take it easy. Follow the rules, and we'll all -- safely -- get to where we need to get to.

Don't follow the rules and fail to apply these basic courtesies and you'll really, really piss me off.