[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Question About Highway Driving. (Page 1 of 2)
Posted: 4/23/2009 3:16:01 PM EDT
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So, since I've already asked one stupid question today I'll ask another...
Why in the hell do some of you feel like it's your civic duty to regulate the speed at which people drive in the left lane of the highway? |
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To go along with that, this scenario also chaps my ass. I'm cruising along the middle lane doing 60-65 in a 55 with virtually no other traffic on the road(late, late at night). I see someone coming up behind me in the middle lane as well doing 5-10mph more than I. Why do they feel the need to pull right up on my ass, match my speed, and THEN proceed to change lanes, accelerate again and go around?
edit: to clarify, I normally stay as far right as possible but there is a shit-ton of construction going on in our area and the right lane is blocked off just about every 2 miles at least on the route I drive. |
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To go along with that, this scenario also chaps my ass. I'm cruising along the middle lane doing 60-65 in a 55 with virtually no other traffic on the road(late, late at night). I see someone coming up behind me in the middle lane as well doing 5-10mph more than I. Why do they feel the need to pull right up on my ass, match my speed, and THEN proceed to change lanes, accelerate again and go around? Oh, that's a good one! That's clearly a retarded move as the passing lane on the left is open. C'mon idiots, explain yourselves! Now is your chance. |
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Adam’s Rules of Interstate Driving Etiquette
CAVEAT: This post contains egregious amounts of cursing. • When merging and you are in the yield lane, yield you motherfucker. And for chrissakes speed the fuck up on an on-ramp. You should be going at least 60 by the time you reach the merge area on the interstate. • When on the interstate and approaching a merge, move one lane to the left, if possible. This means that neither you nor the dumb motherfucker who wouldn’t know how to yield if his arms and legs were cut off by Graham Chapman have to slow down. • If your car won’t go over 50mph, get the motherfuck off my interstate or I will beat you like a rented mule. • If you are in the fast lane and a faster car comes up behind you, get the fuck over before they have to put on the brakes. • If you can’t get the fuck over because there is an even slower motherfucker in the lane next to you, speed the fuck up so the motherfucker behind you doesn’t have to apply the brakes, and then get the fuck over as soon as possible. • No matter how fast you’re fucking going, stay in the farthest right lane that you can, because there will be a faster motherfucker coming up behind you and you can avoid lots of hassle by staying in the slower lane where you belong. • If you’re trying to be a motherfucking badass and merge your Haibatsu Gravity Well from the fast lane to an exit lane in less than a quarter of a mile without using your turn signal, don’t get all pissy when I don’t let your sorry ass cut me off. I will fuck you up, motherfucker. • If someone uses their goddamn turn signal, let them the fuck in your lane, unless you’re in a traffic jam and they are one of those ignorant fucksticks who think they can drive all the way up to the exact spot where their lane ends and stick their dicks in your lane. Castrate those dumbfucks. • When exiting, don’t slow down until you’re on the fucking exit ramp. That’s what they’re fucking for. Man, I haven’t gone on a rant in forever. That felt good. Yes, I know the title is redundant. |
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Cause I drive fast enough and no one needs to drive any faster!!!  I didn't have to look to know what state you were from. 95% of the cars blocking traffic on IL highways have WI plates!!
 (it's true though)
Oh boo hoo, you think you have it rough, just think about how frustrating it is to drive where 95% of all the vehicles on the road have WI plates. 
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Don't get mad get even!! When you finally get past the SOB driving slow in the left lane get in front of them and do 5mph slower for a mile or 2 manybe they will get the point!!
Never mind if there going slow in the left lane they were probley riding the short bus to school and wouldn't get it. |
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So, since I've already asked one stupid question today I'll ask another... Why in the hell do some of you feel like it's your civic duty to regulate the speed at which people drive in the left lane of the highway? Wait, you're in a helicopter... 
When can I go for a ride? 
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I wish enforcement was higher for things like this. Things that decrese the efficiency of traffic. There ARE laws ont he books for following too close, impeding traffic, etc, but most people dont know it. A few years ago in traffic school (guilty of speeding), we were talking about traffic laws and one guy asked the officer teaching the class "I shouldnt have to move over if I'm in the left lane, and going the speed limit correct?" Of course the officer said that you pass on the left....unless you are making a left turn in 1000 feet or less, or passing someone, you should not be in the left lane. Amazing how many people dont know that ... |
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I admit I've developed a "defence tactic" similar to what you describe. I started doing this because I got nailed by NJ state troopers a couple times when I switched lanes far in advance before reaching the car I intended to pass.
Now I'll keep the car infront of me as a kind of "radar shield" and once I have a clear view of the highway, and have positively determined that there are no state troopers or other police ahead I'll move over a lane and accelerate past the car. Yea I figured it's kind of annoying to the person I'm passing but they'll get over it and I won't get pulled over by the NJ Gestapo... |
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So, since I've already asked one stupid question today I'll ask another... Why in the hell do some of you feel like it's your civic duty to regulate the speed at which people drive in the left lane of the highway? Pricks get to drive too. Sadly, they do. |
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There was a kid doing 60mph in the far left lane as I was driving home today. Drives me nuts.  However since I have places to go,I'll just pass on the right and continue to drive 80-85.
You had a clear lane on the right? You are angry because the car in front of you didn't change lanes? All that you had to do was change lanes and be on your way? |
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Left lane is for passing only. If you're not overtaking a slower car, get your turdmobile out of everyones fucking way. Anyone, and I mean absolutely anyfuckingone, that blocks the passing lane is either stupid as democrat, or trying to commit suicide by redneck.
When bottleneck lanes merge, lace. Stop being a self appointed "I guessed the correct lane and Im not letting you in fag" and fucking lace. One, then the other. Anyone not doing the speed limit at the end of the on ramp should be beaten and forced to pay the state the cost of building a million dollar runway to get up to speed and not knowing why its there. State Troopers should be issued rubber hoses to educate these cocksuckers on courteous and proper driving techniques and administer behavior correction. |
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There was a kid doing 60mph in the far left lane as I was driving home today. Drives me nuts. However since I have places to go,I'll just pass on the right and continue to drive 80-85.
You had a clear lane on the right? You are angry because the car in front of you didn't change lanes? All that you had to do was change lanes and be on your way? Are you serious or are you just stirring the pot? |
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Adam’s Rules of Interstate Driving Etiquette CAVEAT: This post contains egregious amounts of cursing. • When merging and you are in the yield lane, yield you motherfucker. And for chrissakes speed the fuck up on an on-ramp. You should be going at least 60 by the time you reach the merge area on the interstate. • When on the interstate and approaching a merge, move one lane to the left, if possible. This means that neither you nor the dumb motherfucker who wouldn’t know how to yield if his arms and legs were cut off by Graham Chapman have to slow down. • If your car won’t go over 50mph, get the motherfuck off my interstate or I will beat you like a rented mule. • If you are in the fast lane and a faster car comes up behind you, get the fuck over before they have to put on the brakes. • If you can’t get the fuck over because there is an even slower motherfucker in the lane next to you, speed the fuck up so the motherfucker behind you doesn’t have to apply the brakes, and then get the fuck over as soon as possible. • No matter how fast you’re fucking going, stay in the farthest right lane that you can, because there will be a faster motherfucker coming up behind you and you can avoid lots of hassle by staying in the slower lane where you belong. • If you’re trying to be a motherfucking badass and merge your Haibatsu Gravity Well from the fast lane to an exit lane in less than a quarter of a mile without using your turn signal, don’t get all pissy when I don’t let your sorry ass cut me off. I will fuck you up, motherfucker. • If someone uses their goddamn turn signal, let them the fuck in your lane, unless you’re in a traffic jam and they are one of those ignorant fucksticks who think they can drive all the way up to the exact spot where their lane ends and stick their dicks in your lane. Castrate those dumbfucks. • When exiting, don’t slow down until you’re on the fucking exit ramp. That’s what they’re fucking for. Man, I haven’t gone on a rant in forever. That felt good. Yes, I know the title is redundant. This fucking shit is goddamned gold. gold I motherfucking tell ya! I'd love to see it printed - verbatim - in the DMV license manual  
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Since I no longer have by TBird (that car liked to go fast, but was old and had, um, problems due to approaching the age of a classic), I noticed I drive a bit slower and closer to the speed limit. I also spend 90% of my time in the right lane on a 3 lane freeway. So, if you are going fast in the right lane... bugger off! You have two lanes to the left, use one, or both if you must!
I find it funny when people follow me for like 5 miles in no traffic and then get their underware in a bunch and pass me crazy fast. Couldn't you pass me 4.75 miles ago? Also, those that accelerate past me while exiting cause I wan't going fast enough... you like supporting your local gas station and brake shop, don't you? |
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There was a kid doing 60mph in the far left lane as I was driving home today. Drives me nuts. However since I have places to go,I'll just pass on the right and continue to drive 80-85.
You had a clear lane on the right? You are angry because the car in front of you didn't change lanes? All that you had to do was change lanes and be on your way? Are you serious or are you just stirring the pot? I think he is serious 
And those are the kind of people this thread is about. Not understanding that there is a system to this. Its not about getting around someone, its about a standard. If some people pass on the right, some on the left, some making turns from middle lanes, etc all happened (which they ALL do), it creates chaos. Some people really dont get it... As long as their lane is open and they dont have anyone in front of em, fuck it...they're good... |
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There was a kid doing 60mph in the far left lane as I was driving home today. Drives me nuts. However since I have places to go,I'll just pass on the right and continue to drive 80-85.
You had a clear lane on the right? You are angry because the car in front of you didn't change lanes? All that you had to do was change lanes and be on your way? Are you serious or are you just stirring the pot? I think he is serious
And those are the kind of people this thread is about. Not understanding that there is a system to this. Its not about getting around someone, its about a standard. If some people pass on the right, some on the left, some making turns from middle lanes, etc all happened (which they ALL do), it creates chaos. Some people really dont get it... As long as their lane is open and they dont have anyone in front of em, fuck it...they're good... It is also about common courtesy and consideration for others, both of which are in very short supply these days. I don't care how fast I am going, unless I am passing someone, I am not in the left lane, period. There is always someone faster. |
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Adam’s Rules of Interstate Driving Etiquette CAVEAT: This post contains egregious amounts of cursing. • When merging and you are in the yield lane, yield you motherfucker. And for chrissakes speed the fuck up on an on-ramp. You should be going at least 60 by the time you reach the merge area on the interstate. • When on the interstate and approaching a merge, move one lane to the left, if possible. This means that neither you nor the dumb motherfucker who wouldn’t know how to yield if his arms and legs were cut off by Graham Chapman have to slow down. • If your car won’t go over 50mph, get the motherfuck off my interstate or I will beat you like a rented mule. • If you are in the fast lane and a faster car comes up behind you, get the fuck over before they have to put on the brakes. • If you can’t get the fuck over because there is an even slower motherfucker in the lane next to you, speed the fuck up so the motherfucker behind you doesn’t have to apply the brakes, and then get the fuck over as soon as possible. • No matter how fast you’re fucking going, stay in the farthest right lane that you can, because there will be a faster motherfucker coming up behind you and you can avoid lots of hassle by staying in the slower lane where you belong. • If you’re trying to be a motherfucking badass and merge your Haibatsu Gravity Well from the fast lane to an exit lane in less than a quarter of a mile without using your turn signal, don’t get all pissy when I don’t let your sorry ass cut me off. I will fuck you up, motherfucker. • If someone uses their goddamn turn signal, let them the fuck in your lane, unless you’re in a traffic jam and they are one of those ignorant fucksticks who think they can drive all the way up to the exact spot where their lane ends and stick their dicks in your lane. Castrate those dumbfucks. • When exiting, don’t slow down until you’re on the fucking exit ramp. That’s what they’re fucking for. Man, I haven’t gone on a rant in forever. That felt good. Yes, I know the title is redundant. Fuckin' A! Good post. |
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Quoted: Quoted: Cause I drive fast enough and no one needs to drive any faster!!! I didn't have to look to know what state you were from. 95% of the cars blocking traffic on IL highways have WI plates!! (it's true though)and 90% of the people involved in crashes here are from IL point being? |
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Cause I drive fast enough and no one needs to drive any faster!!! I didn't have to look to know what state you were from. 95% of the cars blocking traffic on IL highways have WI plates!! (it's true though)and 90% of the people involved in crashes here are from IL point being? That when you see a Land of Lincoln license plate GTF outta the way! Same with VA plates. I see a lot of them in PA on the highways and they are typically hauling ass. I set the cruise and hang in the right lane until I need to pass. What kills me even worse is the guy who comes up behind me while I'm going 70 MPH, passes me, and then when he gets in front of me slows down to the point that I have to disengage the cruise and brake. That really pisses me off. The really bad ones, well, you go to pass them after they slowed you down and they speed up realizing they slowed down and now you're pacing them in the left lane. I've had idiots go on like this for thirty or so miles until I either slowed way down to let them get ahead of me or sped up quite a bit to get farther ahead of them. |
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Adam’s Rules of Interstate Driving Etiquette CAVEAT: This post contains egregious amounts of cursing. • When merging and you are in the yield lane, yield you motherfucker. And for chrissakes speed the fuck up on an on-ramp. You should be going at least 60 by the time you reach the merge area on the interstate. • When on the interstate and approaching a merge, move one lane to the left, if possible. This means that neither you nor the dumb motherfucker who wouldn’t know how to yield if his arms and legs were cut off by Graham Chapman have to slow down. • If your car won’t go over 50mph, get the motherfuck off my interstate or I will beat you like a rented mule. • If you are in the fast lane and a faster car comes up behind you, get the fuck over before they have to put on the brakes. • If you can’t get the fuck over because there is an even slower motherfucker in the lane next to you, speed the fuck up so the motherfucker behind you doesn’t have to apply the brakes, and then get the fuck over as soon as possible. • No matter how fast you’re fucking going, stay in the farthest right lane that you can, because there will be a faster motherfucker coming up behind you and you can avoid lots of hassle by staying in the slower lane where you belong. • If you’re trying to be a motherfucking badass and merge your Haibatsu Gravity Well from the fast lane to an exit lane in less than a quarter of a mile without using your turn signal, don’t get all pissy when I don’t let your sorry ass cut me off. I will fuck you up, motherfucker. • If someone uses their goddamn turn signal, let them the fuck in your lane, unless you’re in a traffic jam and they are one of those ignorant fucksticks who think they can drive all the way up to the exact spot where their lane ends and stick their dicks in your lane. Castrate those dumbfucks. • When exiting, don’t slow down until you’re on the fucking exit ramp. That’s what they’re fucking for. Man, I haven’t gone on a rant in forever. That felt good. Yes, I know the title is redundant. You forgot my personal pet peeve: When a car is exiting an interstate/highway/freeway/whatever you want to call it, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT OF WAY. The assholes on the feeder road DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT OF WAY. Please exiters, take what's yours. Feeder road drivers, get the fuck out of the way because I WILL hit you. Dammit, the Germans are some of the strictest sons-of-bitches when it comes to rules of the road, but they got the Autobahn right. Tickets for not yielding to faster cars, for passing on the right, etc. |
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Adam’s Rules of Interstate Driving Etiquette CAVEAT: This post contains egregious amounts of cursing. • When merging and you are in the yield lane, yield you motherfucker. And for chrissakes speed the fuck up on an on-ramp. You should be going at least 60 by the time you reach the merge area on the interstate. • When on the interstate and approaching a merge, move one lane to the left, if possible. This means that neither you nor the dumb motherfucker who wouldn’t know how to yield if his arms and legs were cut off by Graham Chapman have to slow down. • If your car won’t go over 50mph, get the motherfuck off my interstate or I will beat you like a rented mule. • If you are in the fast lane and a faster car comes up behind you, get the fuck over before they have to put on the brakes. • If you can’t get the fuck over because there is an even slower motherfucker in the lane next to you, speed the fuck up so the motherfucker behind you doesn’t have to apply the brakes, and then get the fuck over as soon as possible. • No matter how fast you’re fucking going, stay in the farthest right lane that you can, because there will be a faster motherfucker coming up behind you and you can avoid lots of hassle by staying in the slower lane where you belong. • If you’re trying to be a motherfucking badass and merge your Haibatsu Gravity Well from the fast lane to an exit lane in less than a quarter of a mile without using your turn signal, don’t get all pissy when I don’t let your sorry ass cut me off. I will fuck you up, motherfucker. • If someone uses their goddamn turn signal, let them the fuck in your lane, unless you’re in a traffic jam and they are one of those ignorant fucksticks who think they can drive all the way up to the exact spot where their lane ends and stick their dicks in your lane. Castrate those dumbfucks. • When exiting, don’t slow down until you’re on the fucking exit ramp. That’s what they’re fucking for. Man, I haven’t gone on a rant in forever. That felt good. Yes, I know the title is redundant. +1 |
