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Old 06-15-2012, 06:59 PM   #106 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by pete c View Post
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A good example is driving on a busy two lane below the limit. Such activity increases the likelyhood of someone attempting a dangerous pass. This is not defending such unsafe behavior. It is simply recognizing that it exists.
In that circumstance I would most likely not drive below the limit, but I would be at the indicated limit on my speedo. I might go slower but only if there are frequent stop lights that time green at a lower rate.

I always leave a lot of room in front of me, both to keep a safe distance and to give me a cushion to avoid braking due to traffic speed variations. That undoubtedly presents what looks like a passing opportunity to frustrated drivers. If someone takes that risk, they must bear the responsibility of that risk not paying off.
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