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Old 02-07-2016, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by redwitch View Post
I basically agree with the Sheriff BUT too many cars speed up to get in front of the cart to turn right, forcing the cart to slow down and frequently come to a complete stop. The reality is the cart going straight has the right of way. if there's enough time to move into the multi-modal lane to turn without slowing the cart down, then I see no problem with moving into that lane. However, if the car would be forcing the cart to yield, then the car needs to wait in its lane and turn after the cart has crossed the street, not block the golf cart's path.
Wouldn't forcing the cart to slow down be the purpose of moving into the diamond lane? The tie is broken. Everyone stays safe. Safety before convenience, right? Like so many have said, we are retired - what's the hurry?

Also, I am trying to imagine a situation that causes a golf car to jump a curb to avoid running into the back of a car? Failed brakes? Not paying attention to the fact that you are approaching the back of a car?