[wytnyt]

if everyone did the speed limit, traffic would flow better,people think the passing lane has no posted limit .
and if everyone did the speed limit there would be no need for the passing lane IF thats all it was designed for,but it isnt.
its for traffic dispersing and reducing congestion,which is why some highways have 3,4,5 + lanes

[David Holmberg]

After driving the 320 miles round trip to the PRI show today its back on the top of my list.

I HATE left lane campers. I don't care if you're going 20 over, when the lane to your right is clear move over. When there is a car coming up on you, move over. It's common courtesy, it's polite, its the right thing to do. Just like when shopping in a big store and you run into your friend, you don't stand in the middle of the isle blocking everyone, you move off to the side. I'd bet that the people camped in the left lane are the same ones blocking the isles in the store. I call them the "ME" people, they only care about themselves.

Mikey is exactly right, the right left lane is for passing.

I also find that it's not the speeders that cause the problems (for the most part) its the people driving 55 in a 70 that do. Everyone has to do a brake slam and quick change to get around them, causing everyone in that lane to hammer the brakes, chain reaction.

[wytnyt]

people can tailor the ''passing lane'' to suit whatever their needs may be or want but
if the speed limit is 55 and a driver is doing 55 in the pass lane NO one has the legal right to pass .
of course society is fixated on the idea of being that one car ahead thinking
its really gonna save them time.

some just cant handle following
these type of people are the primary cause for accidents
and that comes from seeing mishaps every day for 30 + years

[bonneville Joe]

When I see someone in a prius, I just feel compelled to pass them. Something about my 22mpg gas sipping LS2 at WOT in thier ear makes me giggle.

As far as bad drivers, stay outta South Carolina. Omg. People around here are notorious for pulling out in front of you. 2 lane roads, there won't be anyone behind you for 20 miles but someone on a side road hauls ass to get out in front of you then drive 35mph.

[Formulabruce]

I like the Prius drivers that are TEACHERS and put a gas mileage sign in the back window!
I felt compelled to write a reply to one and had it on my truck tail gate for a few days and boy I got lots of thumbs up!!
Sign said ... "My battery is NOT $6,000 Dollars!!"

[GT182]

Jeff Duham drives a blue Prius, and Walter tells him... "Yer gay!" LOL

[Tripower455]

Originally Posted by wytnyt

people can tailor the ''passing lane'' to suit whatever their needs may be or want but
if the speed limit is 55 and a driver is doing 55 in the pass lane NO one has the legal right to pass .
of course society is fixated on the idea of being that one car ahead thinking
its really gonna save them time.

some just cant handle following
these type of people are the primary cause for accidents
and that comes from seeing mishaps every day for 30 + years

You're not driving in a parade.

Being in close proximity to other vehicles while driving exactly or under the speed limit is FAR more dangerous than proper lane usage and passing, even at considerably over the limit. If there's nobody next to you, then you won't hit them when you blow a tire, try to avoid road debris, change lanes without looking, hydroplane, doze off, swerve while texting, answer a call, eat etc etc etc.

I've been sideswiped 3 times in the last 20 years while involuntarily stuck in "parade mode" ( behind morons driving exactly the same speed next to each other in every lane). I've never had an accident when going well above the speed limit, mainly because it vastly reduces exposure to other vehicles.

The left lane is for passing. (period) If you're not passing, regardless of your speed, then move right. It really is a simple rule, designed to facilitate the flow of traffic.

Oh, and I feel your pain David H! THEY'RE BAAAAAACK! In spite of the awesome weather, I am about to put the GTO away for a few months after driving around today. Holy crap are there some bad drivers out there and NONE of them are speeding.......

[77GP]

What about the a**holes that will not merge over when its posted 5 miles back, lane closure ahead. We could get through those if people would just merge and not wait till 1/8 mile to try and get over. That just kills me and I will never let anyone over in that situation. Possibly adding to the jam but hey whatever. Almost had a guy hit me because I wouldn't let him in. I wasn't budging. I think the Prius thread has been hi-jacked. Sometimes I dont mind being behind someone doing the limit, it keeps me from speeding.....and a ticket.

[Stuart]

Maybe it's different in other parts of the country, but there are plenty of Prius owners around here and I haven't noticed that they're any worse or better than any other drivers...the brand of the car doesn't matter, people will be good drivers or bad drivers regardless.

[wytnyt]

Originally Posted by Tripower455

You're not driving in a parade.

Being in close proximity to other vehicles while driving exactly or under the speed limit is FAR more dangerous than proper lane usage and passing, even at considerably over the limit. If there's nobody next to you, then you won't hit them when you blow a tire, try to avoid road debris, change lanes without looking, hydroplane, doze off, swerve while texting, answer a call, eat etc etc etc.

I've been sideswiped 3 times in the last 20 years while involuntarily stuck in "parade mode" ( behind morons driving exactly the same speed next to each other in every lane). I've never had an accident when going well above the speed limit, mainly because it vastly reduces exposure to other vehicles.

The left lane is for passing. (period) If you're not passing, regardless of your speed, then move right. It really is a simple rule, designed to facilitate the flow of traffic.

Oh, and I feel your pain David H! THEY'RE BAAAAAACK! In spite of the awesome weather, I am about to put the GTO away for a few months after driving around today. Holy crap are there some bad drivers out there and NONE of them are speeding.......

lol,ok,
i guess you zip past them before they can hit you
i guess you must have a special license that makes you a safer driver if you speed.
in reference to your ''parade '' driving ,,that is THE SAFEST FORM OF DRIVING.
think about it
parade hits are very light since all are going the same speed VS.
some nut speeding 30 over and plowing into a car
and yes slower moving cars pose the same danger as speeders

[60man]

Originally Posted by Stuart

Maybe it's different in other parts of the country, but there are plenty of Prius owners around here and I haven't noticed that they're any worse or better than any other drivers...the brand of the car doesn't matter, people will be good drivers or bad drivers regardless.

Not saying they are good or bad drivers Stuart...I guess they want to conserve fuel and stay on electric power as much as possible...that's what they bought the P for..I just wish they would stay in right lane and let those of us that get better fuel/gas mileage @ 60-65 MPH roll !!! Especially when I'm towing my 9K 26' trailer on the turnpikes. And sorry to say but if someone Jap braked me...I would probably hit them despite having proper distance....I don't tailgate...just flash lights as a polite jesture to move over please..Rigs don't stop on a dime !! It all boils down to coutersey & respect for others....I'm not judge & jury & pretend to determine their " speed limit"....it's a free country...remember that..even if you Jap brake me...maybe bad judgement (IMO) but it's your right..

[Half-Inch Stud]

Originally Posted by GT182

Jeff Duham drives a blue Prius, and Walter tells him... "Yer gay!" LOL

What's the noise a Prius makes?

[wytnyt]

Originally Posted by Half-Inch Stud

What's the noise a Prius makes?

its a very quiet fart.
ive wondered what the artificial motor noise their installing in them now actually sounds like

[BOPcollector]

Maybe it sounds like this...........


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9XAC-BvUyo

[Radman]

Originally Posted by BOPcollector

Maybe it sounds like this...........


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9XAC-BvUyo

Engine sound would probably be the oppisite of what you were doing with the throttle. Drain on drive charge on coast.

[Sirrotica]

The left lane is for NASCAR wannabes that think they're in a race cutting in and out of traffic barely missing the front fender of whoever they just overtook. Oh yeah and NO TURN SIGNALS and tailgating the driver in front of them too thinking the can force them to speed up.

And you thought you were making really great time and I pull up behind you at the first stop sign or light as soon as we exit the thruway, I usually toot the horn and wave at them so they know they didn't gain a thing by all the unsafe BS they pulled......LMAO too...

I just had one of the NASCAR wannabes go around me a couple months ago on an on ramp, he cut over as soon as the 2 pieces of concrete came together disregarding the solid line and hammer down ran all the way over to the left lane and passed about 3-4 cars. This is in a 55MPH construction zone with double fines imposed too. I get down the road about another mile and here's MR NASCAR WANNABE sitting on the side of the road with a trooper just exiting his car walking up to his door...........I just tooted my horn and waved at him........

I just wish it was mandatory for ALL drivers to be held to the same standards that CDL drivers are held to and go through the same classes we attend, the roads would be much more pleasant to drive on.

Professional drivers use turn signals,
Are you an amateur driver?????

[hgerhardt]

Originally Posted by firebirdcrazy1959

What i hate is the guy who thinks just because i'm doing 75-80mph he has to ride my ass.
Then when i speed up to put some space between me and him,he speeds up and still rides my ass.Till i give him a brake check!Then they get pissed off!

Then get out of the fast lane! The law sez "slower traffic keep right". And that's regardless of what the speed limit is, or how fast you're already going. The left lane is for passing. Not for habitually driving in.

[wytnyt]

Originally Posted by Sirrotica

I just wish it was mandatory for ALL drivers to be held to the same standards that CDL drivers are held to and go through the same classes we attend, the roads would be much more pleasant to drive on.

lol,if that were so,,traffic would take a 50 % drop in usage from so many flunking the cdl.
at least from what ive seen lately.
and if by some miracle they did pass classes,,,it wouldnt be like what they're used to with 7,9 or even 12 points and still be able to drive.
one ticket and your subject to losing your license.

[Sirrotica]

Originally Posted by wytnyt

lol,if that were so,,traffic would take a 50 % drop in usage from so many flunking the cdl.
at least from what ive seen lately.
and if by some miracle they did pass classes,,,it wouldnt be like what they're used to with 7,9 or even 12 points and still be able to drive.
one ticket and your subject to losing your license.

There's plenty on the roads that shouldn't have driving privileges and it wouldn't hurt my feelings a bit to have some of these fools off the roads.

[wytnyt]

id love to see all drivers be required to take mandatory drug tests in order to drive
better yet,have all vehicles equipped with driving devices.
you speed,your mailed a ticket
repeat offenders or driving erratic and your car goes in a shut down mode
driving is a privilege and not a right,as most seem to think..