Relación de estilos de conducción, rasgos de personalidad y redes sociales en conductores motorizados en la provincia de Loja en el año 2026

Abstract

Abstract: The understanding of road safety and highway behavior requires a comprehensive analysis that goes beyond simple technical knowledge of traffic regulations, becoming a space where driving attitudes are linked to psychological variables and technological habits. This study analyzed the relationship between driving styles, personality traits, and social media in 150 professional drivers from the province of Loja in the year 2026. A quantitative methodology was used through non-experimental research, with a correlational and cross-sectional design, administering the MDSI, BSSS-8, AQR, and ARS instruments. Descriptive results demonstrated that the predominant means in driving are cautious (3.19) and stress reduction (3.02), while verbal aggression stands out within the aggressiveness traits (7.19). In the digital sphere, excessive use of social media obtained the highest score (2.40), reflecting moderate levels of technological attachment. It is concluded that anger and hostility act as direct drivers of reckless driving and virtual obsession, showing that the self-control of the cautious style is the indispensable protective axis for road safety.