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Old 04-02-2008, 05:06 PM   #2 (permalink)
trebuchet03
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The Miata - '01 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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The quick and not so obvious reason is complacency and comfort. People drive really close as it is, so their comfort level is okay... Slowly, getting closer isn't a thing to be worried about - and on long drives, your mind may not give as much attention as necessary...
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