View Full Version : Rules of the road Here's a few of mine, what are your's:
1. They'll give me 10mph over the speed limit
2. Always wear my seat belt
3. Speed merge, always go a little faster than the traffic you're merging with STScadillac 08-13-06, 08:13 PM 1. 5 over the speed limit (ive been pulled over twice going 10 over and never 5)
2. Seat belt
3. ALWAYS USE MY TURN SIGNAL
4. Seat belt
5. Windows down and music up (unless its really hot and humid) DILLIGAF 08-13-06, 08:56 PM 1.The left lane is for passing only!
2.I drive as fast as I want!
3.Out of the left lane retard i'm about to pass!
4.When passing on the right give the bird with left hand middle finger!
5.After passing on right return to left and slam on brakes,repeat no.4 STScadillac 08-13-06, 09:28 PM 4.When passing on the right give the bird with left hand middle finger!
5.After passing on right return to left and slam on brakes,repeat no.4
OF COURSE!! LOL fpmesiIII 08-13-06, 09:29 PM 1) light a stogie
2) seat back
3) WOT it out STScadillac 08-13-06, 09:45 PM Of course there has to be a WOT! 1. Always give "the wave" when someone lets you in traffic.
2. It is mandatory to laugh out loud at rice rockets, make sure they notice too.
3. Seat belt and turn signal always.
4. The farther back in the parking lot, the better
5. If you can't step on the gas to merge on the highway, then i'm not slowing down for you. Turn signal is to advise you that I am going to merge, not to ask your permission. AlBundy 08-13-06, 11:18 PM Road rage shouldn't excalate into a fight on the highway(unless you can win the fight and get away before the cops show-up). wicked v 08-13-06, 11:34 PM 1. When the light turns green dont be the first one through the intersecton, that way the idiot running the red wont hit you!
2. If the Officer is driving at the speed limit, lets say 65 in a 65, Dont pass him. You just drew attention to yourself.
3. If you've got dark tinted windows and you see an Officer coming up behind you, dont try to quickly roll them down, You'll get a ticket!
4. If your going to haul ass, do it on a road you know very well and you know you wont get caught!
5. If you do get pulled over dont be a jerk, there is such a thing as an attitude ticket!
6. If someone starts road raging you, let it go. If something bad happens its gonna be his word against yours and you'll both end up getting slammed! Florian 08-14-06, 12:13 AM 1. Make sure there is enough clearance between steering wheel and top of head (nothing worse than her head caught on steering wheel)
2. Be polite (a good rule of thumb across the board)
3. Always acknowledge when someone lets you in a line.
4. Put beer in container other than beer bottle/can...
F courtesy and rudeness are 4 fingers apart.
I try to stay calm and polite in traffic and take the effort to wave all fingers up.
when someone pisses you off in traffic, don't you always feel you want to pass and see what kind of f***** just did that?
My girlfriend is my temper dampener... ajedwardsjr 08-14-06, 07:40 AM 1. Be careful. That means that you don't do stupid things and that you realize that you can be in an accident at any time. Wear your seat belt. Speeding in heavy traffic is careless.
2. Be considerate. The roads that you drive on don't belong to you. They belong to the state, and you share them with others. Others have as much a right to drive on them as you do.
3. Be competent. Drive while paying full attention to other vehicles. Keep both hands on the wheel. Wear your seat belt. No drinking.
I really do enjoy my car, and I really love driving. I love driving fast. But, I always try to keep in mind these three rules. CadillacSTS2003 08-14-06, 08:19 AM Turn signal is to advise you that I am going to merge, not to ask your permission.
i like that ranger
heres the rule of the road..
he with bigger car runs road cuz he can squash lil car like fly...
i love caddys dont get much bigger... I'll add a little twist to this:
Beware of construction zone speed limits when in Alabama. If workers are present you will have to appear in court. You will lose, and you don't get a choice of traffic school. Make sure you can pay the fine the day you appear in front of the judge. The only other option is to hire an attorney, you might win). Oh yeah, for some reason the Troopers seem to like to show up in court. Seems like the Troopers automatically won both cases they appeared for.
The counties make quite a bit of money from construction zones. I know, I helped Madsion county (Huntsville) with my donation. dp102288 08-14-06, 09:13 AM Great rules. I actually follow most of them.
For others: When you are passing someone in another lane, and I am behind you, you must pass the other car at least 10 mph more than they are traveling. I've been coasting a lot lately. I just let off the gas and roll, even if it means dropping 5-10 mph under the speed limit. When accelerating I'll slowly climb 5-7 miles above the speed limit. With traffic lights it always seems to even out and I don't have to come to a complete stop as often.
As a result my gas mileage has jumped about 7%. A tank of gas costs me almost $80, So I'm probably saving $15-$20 a month.
I'm sure a lot of you would get really pissed off if you got stuck behind me! :histeric: behind-bars 08-14-06, 10:50 AM I'm sure a lot of you would get really pissed off if you got stuck behind me! :histeric:
Not unless you car slows down alot faster then mine :) I like the coasting thing aswell
I live in a hilly region, so when cruising on back roads without many lights. Just accelerate enough to make it up the hill, then pick up speed on the way down and accelerate at the bottom so I have enough to coast up the next. Ive gone close to 1/2 mile before without touching the gas, or getting more then 5 under. Its funny to watch cars tailgate you when you are doing just under the limit, then look in your mirror after you accelerate and see them so far back :)
My rules.
-When turning into traffic knowing another turn will come soon, get into the lane you will need to be in, dont pull into any lane then try and cut over in time to turn
-When the sign says "Right Lane ends, Merge left" and your behind me. MERGE BEHIND ME!! :rant2:It annoys me too no end when idiots try to pass me in the right lane, only to cut me off at the last second. I drive a road like this everyday, and if I wanted I could land a few cars in the ditch every week, if I were not as kind as I am to let them in :stirpot:
- Stay in your own lane while in traffic , dont be distracted and drift over the lines. Ive got a few nice scratches in my wheels due to a big dually truck drifting over forcing me into the curb :mad: 1. Know your location. In TX, 10 over is ok (with TX plates, other plates need to remain within 5), Nebraska only 5 over.
2. Always wear seat belt
3. Use turn signal
4.The left lane is for passing only
5. Always acknowledge when someone lets you in a line.
6. When you see a cop, don't slam on the brakes. It only draws attention to yourself.
7. When passing a speed trap, give a polite wave and head nod to the cop.
8. When merging in traffic and there is a big gap behind me, don't try to merge in front of me. thebigjimsho 08-14-06, 11:15 AM 1. Don't cut in front of a limo just because he left 3 car lengths in front of him instead of 2.
2. I will give plenty of advance warning with my blinker, do me the favor.
3. I don't care if you're doing 80, I'm late and need to do 90. MOVE OVER.
4. Look, I can drive with my eyes closed if I need to. Don't get pissed at me because I'm surfing Cadillacforums.com while I'm driving. Do I bitch when you stuff your face or call home when you drive? Maybe I do, but I drive better than you! behind-bars 08-14-06, 11:41 AM 8. When merging in traffic and there is a big gap behind me, don't try to merger in front of me.
This reminds me of another rule.
When Im cruising down the road at 55-60mph with the windows down and radio cranked with the cruise set. Dont pull out infront of me when my rear view is EMPTY. Wait 5 seconds for me to fly by then pull out into the totally empty highway. If you do pull infront of me then floor it and dont ride the brake. Zorb750 08-14-06, 12:10 PM 1. I am a firm believer in the proper order of things. A Honda has no rights.
2. If you ever expect any breaks from me, you will not have political stickers on your car, especially those from the last presidential election.
3. Anything goes, so long as it's a road I know, not residential, and there's no one else on the road.
4. Lane End signs are there for a reason. I will NOT go out of my way to let you in. If you can't get ahead of me in the 1000 ft from the first sign to the end of the lane, you belong behind. (And no, I do not actively try to stay ahead, if you want to get ahead, I won't stop you, unless you are driving a Honda.)
5. I am not fond of those who pass in short lanes that merge. Prepare to drive on the grass or sidewalk.
6. The Cadillac is a major stealth factor as far as cops are concerned. Take advantage of it. Anways make sure the car going as fast as or faster than you is somehow loud or flashy looking, has a noisy exhaust, or otherwise draws attention. dbdartman 08-14-06, 02:23 PM Rules of the road in NJ:
1- When entering the highway, get out of the right lane as soon as you can, even if it means cutting in front of someone obviously going faster than you are. After all, only losers, old people & SOME trucks use the right lane.
2- When exiting the highway, wait until the LAST POSSIBLE MOMENT to cut across 3 lanes of traffic. To do otherwise is a sign or weakness.
3- If someone is doing less than 15 MPH OVER the speed limit, show your displeasure by riding as close to their rear bumper as possible. After all, anti-lock brakes & air bags will protect you!
4- Stop signs are merely suggestions, but a yield sign means slam on the brakes, stop, & look around at various angles for at least 15 seconds!
5- Speed limits are simply starting points. If you drive at or below the posted limit, be prepared to be cut off, flipped off, & cursed at.
6- If you are female, cell phone use is MANDITORY AT ALL TIMES while behind the wheel. Don't worry about anyone else on the road, THEY will watch out for YOU.
Seriously, I drive with only ONE rule: I assume EVERYONE I can see is out to get me, & some I can't see are in on the plan too!
I feel "like a cat in a room full of rocking chairs" when driving my Dart (even more so when driving one of my bro's old cars), which is probably why it hasn't been out of the garage in nearly 2 years. STScadillac 08-14-06, 05:23 PM Rules of the road in NJ:
1- When entering the highway, get out of the right lane as soon as you can, even if it means cutting in front of someone obviously going faster than you are. After all, only losers, old people & SOME trucks use the right lane.
2- When exiting the highway, wait until the LAST POSSIBLE MOMENT to cut across 3 lanes of traffic. To do otherwise is a sign or weakness.
3- If someone is doing less than 15 MPH OVER the speed limit, show your displeasure by riding as close to their rear bumper as possible. After all, anti-lock brakes & air bags will protect you!
4- Stop signs are merely suggestions, but a yield sign means slam on the brakes, stop, & look around at various angles for at least 15 seconds!
5- Speed limits are simply starting points. If you drive at or below the posted limit, be prepared to be cut off, flipped off, & cursed at.
6- If you are female, cell phone use is MANDITORY AT ALL TIMES while behind the wheel. Don't worry about anyone else on the road, THEY will watch out for YOU.
Seriously, I drive with only ONE rule: I assume EVERYONE I can see is out to get me, & some I can't see are in on the plan too!
I feel "like a cat in a room full of rocking chairs" when driving my Dart (even more so when driving one of my bro's old cars), which is probably why it hasn't been out of the garage in nearly 2 years.
What about :alchi: while drving. LOL Eric Kahn 08-14-06, 09:33 PM I let people merge unless they are driving penile extenders, yuppee mobiles, ricers or any car with wheels bigger than those on the last semi I drove (20" wheels), for me hondas are OK as my parents own a honda oddesy minivan
the gap in front of a semi is there for a reason, they do not stop worth a damm even with anti lock brakes
In Ohio, constrcution zones are always 10 miles long (or longer) even if they are only fixing 1 pothole
Ohio state troopers have no sense of humour, any that do are fired AlBundy 08-14-06, 09:42 PM When driving on the street with my music blasting and I come to a red light I turn my music down to respect the other drivers next to me. When driving on the street with my music blasting and I come to a red light I turn my music down to respect the other drivers next to me.
Me too. Great rule. But I will not stop my hideous dancing and air-guitar. That my friend is a birth right! MAN LAW!:highfive: pimpin88 08-14-06, 09:56 PM In Ohio, constrcution zones are always 10 miles long (or longer) even if they are only fixing 1 pothole
Ohio state troopers have no sense of humour, any that do are fired
hahaha, totally agree with that one. the ohio state troopers suck :want: . their cars suck too, single color, no reflective tape, aero lights.
When driving on the street with my music blasting and I come to a red light I turn my music down to respect the other drivers next to me.
yes!! i do this too, because i hate the people who pull up next to me and their music is so damn loud you cant have a conversation with your passenger thebigjimsho 08-14-06, 11:34 PM Massachusetts State Police has just rolled out their first Hemi Chargers. Screw all of them!
http://pic14.picturetrail.com/VOL555/2287429/4482063/95371436.jpg Krashed989 08-15-06, 12:53 AM 1. Shut up while I'm driving!
2. I am NOT driving irradically. I am avoiding bumps and debris that you just didn't see.
3. Speed limits are posted for "slow" people.
4. If you want to cut me off, prepare to get passed and flipped off.
5. If you want to ride my a$$, prepare to see brake lights untill we are in a passing zone. Then I'm gonna gun it so you can't pass me. After that I'm gonna ride my brakes again just to pi$$ you off! LOL
6. Buckle up! My tires have good grip. Does your butt? dp102288 08-15-06, 10:34 AM We should all get together and terrorize the roads of some place.
dbdartman I am from Centeral NJ too. You're rules couldn't be more right! :thumbsup: When driving on the street with my music blasting and I come to a red light I turn my music down to respect the other drivers next to me.
Me too. Great rule. But I will not stop my hideous dancing and air-guitar. That my friend is a birth right! MAN LAW!:highfive:
Same here. I don't want to hear their crappy music so I don't make them hear mine.
Also, I don't know about where y'all are but it seems like there must be some unwritten law that says that all females must be on the cell phone while driving. I don't remember the last time I saw a woman driving who wasn't talking on one. Which leads me to my next rule: No talking on the cell phone while driving. | |