When
driving, the
term rabbit is used for a driver
going faster than all other
traffic, and is mostly likely derived from the
racing term.
When a driver spots a rabbit, they then drive faster themselves on the assumption that should there be any police monitoring the road they are travelling that the rabbit will be the one to receive the ticket while the follower slows to something closer to the legal limit.
Also, when dealing with lagomorphs, it is important to note that no matter their disposition when domesticated, they can deliver a painful and possibly serious bite if they feel threatened.