"Driving Me Crazy" is a new, weekly segment on WVLT and CW Knoxville that focuses on annoyances people have on the roads.

We're taking a look at the many things drivers do that's annoying and sometimes illegal. We'll be consulting with our "Eye in the Sky" Pete Michaels as he points out problem spots on East Tennessee roadways.

The first topic is merging. Specifically, we highlighted the spot on Interstate 40 westbound at Interstate 640 as you approach the Papermill Drive exit. There's a long, white line that drivers are not supposed to cross until it becomes dashed, but hat doesn't stop people from merging.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation says the long, white line is for safety. While some drivers find comfort in merging to the left immediately, it is not recommended and is against the law due to the signs and pavement markings that were installed.

Tennessee Highway Patrol says drivers who cross over that solid line before it ends could be issued a citation for making an improper lane change.

If you have ideas for our segment, send us them to us on Facebook or to kelsey.leyrer@wvlt-tv.com.