The speed limit is the minimum! If you aren't going AT LEAST the speed limit then move on over.
I realize this isn't how it actually works but it's generally accepted principle in my mind.
Agree that slower traffic should keep right, but absolutely cannot agree that the speed limit is the minimum. I feel like someone with this mindset is the type that will ride the ass of someone not going fast enough. Which is SO FUCKING STUPID.
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Agree that slower traffic should keep right, but absolutely cannot agree that the speed limit is the minimum. I feel like someone with this mindset is the type that will ride the ass of someone not going fast enough. Which is SO FUCKING STUPID.
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
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Agree that slower traffic should keep right, but absolutely cannot agree that the speed limit is the minimum. I feel like someone with this mindset is the type that will ride the ass of someone not going fast enough. Which is SO FUCKING STUPID.
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
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Unpopular with most American is driving safe and concise. Our insurance went up this year because the drivers in our city have so many accidents. Not because me or MH have had accidents. So annoying.
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
Agreed!! They are generally 65-70, so a stretch that's 55 is usually a curve in which they want you to slow down. There is no reason to say "Well I'm still on a highway so fuck that sign, I'm doing 70"
I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
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I do not ride asses because I care about my safety and keep one car length distance for every 30 mph I'm going, and I actually never go above 70 (highway)... BUT 55 mph? That's actually pretty slow for the highway.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
Two things...
1. Passing works great if they stay to the right. For some reason, in Washington, people can't seem to figure that part out.
2. WTF is with Florida drivers?! Every time I'm down there I want to kill someone. They're either driving half the speed limit on the highway or they're driving like 20 over and get pissy if you're in their way for a split second. Also, why do you guys have so much road work? Maybe that's just Tampa, but I swear they've been ripping up the same stretch of road there for the last 2 years.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
Agreed!! They are generally 65-70, so a stretch that's 55 is usually a curve in which they want you to slow down. There is no reason to say "Well I'm still on a highway so fuck that sign, I'm doing 70"
Except in random parts of Oregon. Interstate 5 in central Oregon is flat as hell and has barely any curves but for some reason is still 55mph. I'm pretty sure this is why Oregonian drivers cannot seem to drive over 55mph when they come up to Washington.
Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
I'm not saying not staying to the right isn't rude. I'm saying getting worked up over it is dumb. Pass them (if it's legal in your state & you're able to safely do so) and go on about your day. If it's illegal in your state or you're not able to safely pass..get over it? Like, yes it's annoying but first world problems & all.
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Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
Two things...
1. Passing works great if they stay to the right. For some reason, in Washington, people can't seem to figure that part out.
2. WTF is with Florida drivers?! Every time I'm down there I want to kill someone. They're either driving half the speed limit on the highway or they're driving like 20 over and get pissy if you're in their way for a split second. Also, why do you guys have so much road work? Maybe that's just Tampa, but I swear they've been ripping up the same stretch of road there for the last 2 years.
1. I'm sure this is a problem nationwide.
2. Most of the "FL drivers" are you people..tourists that come down & don't know how to drive here. And also some people are just assholes? Roadwork is to expand the roads to avoid so much congestion I suppose. Why it takes so long I couldn't tell you, construction isn't my forte.
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Highways here are generally 65-70, but I would assume if the speed limit on a particular road is 55, it's because people who are more knowledgeable than me about what constitutes safe driving conditions on that particular road have deemed it so.
That being said, if the speed limit is 55 but the flow of traffic is going more 65ish, then yes the slower person should stay to the right. If they don't, pass them & go about your day. It ain't that serious.
Brought to you by the girl who drives with crazy fucking drivers in FL errrrday.
Agreed!! They are generally 65-70, so a stretch that's 55 is usually a curve in which they want you to slow down. There is no reason to say "Well I'm still on a highway so fuck that sign, I'm doing 70"
Maybe where you are but not where I am. I am referring to straight, flat long stretches of highway. And I'm not a driving nut, 60-65 is keeping up with traffic here (on a clear day).
ETA the word nut. Also not worked up. I thought we were sharing our opinions here.
1. Passing works great if they stay to the right. For some reason, in Washington, people can't seem to figure that part out.
2. WTF is with Florida drivers?! Every time I'm down there I want to kill someone. They're either driving half the speed limit on the highway or they're driving like 20 over and get pissy if you're in their way for a split second. Also, why do you guys have so much road work? Maybe that's just Tampa, but I swear they've been ripping up the same stretch of road there for the last 2 years.
1. I'm sure this is a problem nationwide.
2. Most of the "FL drivers" are you people..tourists that come down & don't know how to drive here. And also some people are just assholes? Roadwork is to expand the roads to avoid so much congestion I suppose. Why it takes so long I couldn't tell you, construction isn't my forte.
Does FL have a non-touristy time? Or is it touristy all the time?
I ask because in the great white north it seems like our traffic is fine in the winter but as soon as summer hits the tourists come and it gets bonkers.
Agree that slower traffic should keep right, but absolutely cannot agree that the speed limit is the minimum. I feel like someone with this mindset is the type that will ride the ass of someone not going fast enough. Which is SO FUCKING STUPID.
I agree. And I double dog dare you to tell a NY cop that the speed limit is the minimum kleigh
NY is a state I would never dare to go a mile over the speed limit in
Agreed. There's this girl who works in another part of our office and every GD time I am in the bathroom she comes in and talking on her phone while I'm trying to go. Daily. Literally every day. First, gross, have some respect for others tinkling. Second, who the F is so important that you talk to multiple times a day as you pee.
You need quiet to pee? What's so gross about talking in the bathroom?
YES I have the worlds shyest bladder and poop trap.
Agreed. There's this girl who works in another part of our office and every GD time I am in the bathroom she comes in and talking on her phone while I'm trying to go. Daily. Literally every day. First, gross, have some respect for others tinkling. Second, who the F is so important that you talk to multiple times a day as you pee.
You need quiet to pee? What's so gross about talking in the bathroom?
Talking on the phone while piss or shit is exiting your body is gross to me. I cant explain why, it just is. I would not take a dump in front of my friend, why would I talk on the phone to them while doing it? Do you mute when you plop so they dont hear it? What about flushing? Do you have to hold your phone against your ear with your shoulder when you wipe? And you dont touch your phone in between wiping and washing your hands, right? I have so many logistical questions. #overthinkingmuch?
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It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
NJ is like a different world. No one likes the right lane because - zomg, merging traffic. So, they drive in the middle lane. People who should be in the middle lane are like "No," so they're in the left lane. People who should be passing/driving stupid fast in the left lane are forced over to the far right to pass. I swear to God, it's insane. When my mom taught me to drive, she literally said "Oh, don't stay in the right lane. Do you want to constantly merge with new traffic? Stay in the middle." And thus the cycle is born and repeated.
Western NY drivers are an absolute delight. They play by all the rules and can handle snow. I puffy heart love them.
Now I'm just talking about traffic in different states. Why do Massachusetts drivers wait until the last possible moment to pull out in front of you? Like, what is that about?
It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
NJ is like a different world. No one likes the right lane because - zomg, merging traffic. So, they drive in the middle lane. People who should be in the middle lane are like "No," so they're in the left lane. People who should be passing/driving stupid fast in the left lane are forced over to the far right to pass. I swear to God, it's insane. When my mom taught me to drive, she literally said "Oh, don't stay in the right lane. Do you want to constantly merge with new traffic? Stay in the middle." And thus the cycle is born and repeated.
Western NY drivers are an absolute delight. They play by all the rules and can handle snow. I puffy heart love them.
Now I'm just talking about traffic in different states. Why do Massachusetts drivers wait until the last possible moment to pull out in front of you? Like, what is that about?
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It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
NJ is like a different world. No one likes the right lane because - zomg, merging traffic. So, they drive in the middle lane. People who should be in the middle lane are like "No," so they're in the left lane. People who should be passing/driving stupid fast in the left lane are forced over to the far right to pass. I swear to God, it's insane. When my mom taught me to drive, she literally said "Oh, don't stay in the right lane. Do you want to constantly merge with new traffic? Stay in the middle." And thus the cycle is born and repeated.
Western NY drivers are an absolute delight. They play by all the rules and can handle snow. I puffy heart love them.
Now I'm just talking about traffic in different states. Why do Massachusetts drivers wait until the last possible moment to pull out in front of you? Like, what is that about?
It is crazy how different states have totally different rules of the road. When I drove in PA they came to a dead stop on the freeway on ramps before entering. That is so insane to me, in CA and OH you get up to the speed of traffic before merging, so you can merge into a smaller gap. If you are starting from a stop you need like half a mile of space between cars to jump in there.
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Apparently my "No Soliciting" sign is unpopular with the people WHO KEEP KNOCKING ON MY DOOR.
Honestly, it's like money city on my street recently. I ended up buying a ten week subscription to the Philadelphia Inquirer because I answered the door thinking it was my grocery delivery and it was actually a sweet high school kid raising money for his quest for college. I'M WEAK.
My neighbors now have a secret doorbell ring so I know it's safe. I need a video.
It is crazy how different states have totally different rules of the road. When I drove in PA they came to a dead stop on the freeway on ramps before entering. That is so insane to me, in CA and OH you get up to the speed of traffic before merging, so you can merge into a smaller gap. If you are starting from a stop you need like half a mile of space between cars to jump in there.
Ha! I've probably experienced this and haven't even noticed. Or cursed a shit ton because NO. THAT'S NOT WHAT ON RAMPS ARE FOR.
It is actually incredibly unsafe and in some cases illegal to pass on the right. That is why slower traffic is supposed to keep right. People with that mentality (they can just pass me) are super dangerous, not to mention rude.
NJ is like a different world. No one likes the right lane because - zomg, merging traffic. So, they drive in the middle lane. People who should be in the middle lane are like "No," so they're in the left lane. People who should be passing/driving stupid fast in the left lane are forced over to the far right to pass. I swear to God, it's insane. When my mom taught me to drive, she literally said "Oh, don't stay in the right lane. Do you want to constantly merge with new traffic? Stay in the middle." And thus the cycle is born and repeated.
Western NY drivers are an absolute delight. They play by all the rules and can handle snow. I puffy heart love them.
Now I'm just talking about traffic in different states. Why do Massachusetts drivers wait until the last possible moment to pull out in front of you? Like, what is that about?
NJ is like a different world. No one likes the right lane because - zomg, merging traffic. So, they drive in the middle lane. People who should be in the middle lane are like "No," so they're in the left lane. People who should be passing/driving stupid fast in the left lane are forced over to the far right to pass. I swear to God, it's insane. When my mom taught me to drive, she literally said "Oh, don't stay in the right lane. Do you want to constantly merge with new traffic? Stay in the middle." And thus the cycle is born and repeated.
Western NY drivers are an absolute delight. They play by all the rules and can handle snow. I puffy heart love them.
Now I'm just talking about traffic in different states. Why do Massachusetts drivers wait until the last possible moment to pull out in front of you? Like, what is that about?
It is crazy how different states have totally different rules of the road. When I drove in PA they came to a dead stop on the freeway on ramps before entering. That is so insane to me, in CA and OH you get up to the speed of traffic before merging, so you can merge into a smaller gap. If you are starting from a stop you need like half a mile of space between cars to jump in there.
Omg that gives me anxiety just thinking about it. I like it better just speeding up and people being aware to leave room for you to get in.
joy I agree re: Western NY drivers. My H is from WNY and I have become a much better driver by association.
samanthasays this happens in CT too (at least on the highway I drive through to visit family) because no one in the right lane ever slows down or moves over to the left lane to let cars merge. It's frightening.
2. Most of the "FL drivers" are you people..tourists that come down & don't know how to drive here. And also some people are just assholes? Roadwork is to expand the roads to avoid so much congestion I suppose. Why it takes so long I couldn't tell you, construction isn't my forte.
Does FL have a non-touristy time? Or is it touristy all the time?
I ask because in the great white north it seems like our traffic is fine in the winter but as soon as summer hits the tourists come and it gets bonkers.
There are slower times, generally September-early December.
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Apparently my "No Soliciting" sign is unpopular with the people WHO KEEP KNOCKING ON MY DOOR.
Honestly, it's like money city on my street recently. I ended up buying a ten week subscription to the Philadelphia Inquirer because I answered the door thinking it was my grocery delivery and it was actually a sweet high school kid raising money for his quest for college. I'M WEAK.
My neighbors now have a secret doorbell ring so I know it's safe. I need a video.
I have a lot to say at 7pm. Sorry.
Here's the sign on our door. People seem to listen. Perhaps you should invest.
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Apparently my "No Soliciting" sign is unpopular with the people WHO KEEP KNOCKING ON MY DOOR.
Honestly, it's like money city on my street recently. I ended up buying a ten week subscription to the Philadelphia Inquirer because I answered the door thinking it was my grocery delivery and it was actually a sweet high school kid raising money for his quest for college. I'M WEAK.
My neighbors now have a secret doorbell ring so I know it's safe. I need a video.
I have a lot to say at 7pm. Sorry.
Here's the sign on our door. People seem to listen. Perhaps you should invest.
Not kidding, I made a very similar sign that says "No soliciting or religious inquiries"
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