Honk your horn to alert drivers cutting the corners entering the tunnels.

[Dirigo]

I almost got in an "accident" yesterday at the Caroline end of the tunnel under Morse by SweetBay. A driver severely cut the corner entering the tunnel from the Caroline side as I was approaching the east side of the tunnel.

I once saw a driver honking her horn whenever she approached a tunnel entrance or exit. I pondered this behavior for a couple of seconds before I realized she was warning drivers approaching the from the opposite direction of her presence. I started doing it myself, but with the decreased traffic of summer I got out of the habit.

After yesterday's near miss, I will get back into the habit again.

Why people think it is appropriate to cut blind corners I'll never know. Its such a dangerous thing to do.

As always, and especially when living in a retirement community, we must interact with each other with kindness and patience. Everyone makes mistakes.

Be safe and practice defensive driving.

And stay on you side of the road near those tunnels!

[justjim]

We have gas fumes in the tunnels----now horns blowing! Whoa!

[Madelaine Amee]

I almost got in an "accident" yesterday at the Caroline end of the tunnel under Morse by SweetBay. A driver severely cut the corner entering the tunnel from the Caroline side as I was approaching the east side of the tunnel.

Why people think it is appropriate to cut blind corners I'll never know. Its such a dangerous thing to do.

And stay on you side of the road!

This is a major problem where I live. Golf cart drivers come off a through road using a left turn to get into our village and cut the corner from the left hand corner over to the right, and if you are waiting in your car to make a turn, and in their way when they try to do this you usually get the one finger salute as if you are the one in the wrong. I am waiting for the day when a golf cart gets knocked out of the way by an approaching car, and it will happen.

[asianthree]

we slow when coming to tunnels in and out....but you still can't fix stupid

[kittygilchrist]

pleasepleaseplease don't honk. I was in a tunnel the other day when someone honked just to be annoying. boy was he successful.

[DonH57]

There are a few cart paths that have blind curves as well. I've had a few instances where the other driver comes flying around the cirve on my side of the path and look at me as if I'm in the wrong for just being there .

[graciegirl]

There are a few cart paths that have blind curves as well. I've had a few instances where the other driver comes flying around the cirve on my side of the path and look at me as if I'm in the wrong for just being there .

The cart I drive most is a long body four seater and we have to pull out sometimes into the oncoming cart lane to get it to turn in tight places, usually tunnels north of 466. I am very careful.

[DAWN MARIE]

I run thru that tunnel all the time. Both ways. I was yelled at once by a woman in a golf cart because she told me I was supposed to run against traffic. I tried to explain (while running) about the blind curves. When I run down that hill into the tunnel (from Carololine side) I run with the traffic. They can see me. Anyone coming out of the tunnel (From Sweetbay) taking that sharp right would be mighty surprised to see me there on the other side to meet them.

Didn't stop the lady from berating me calling me an idiot because I was running with traffic instead of against. These tunnels can be dangerous entering or exiting enough without running into an unexpected pedestrian on the other side.

[njbchbum]

pleasepleaseplease don't honk. I was in a tunnel the other day when someone honked just to be annoying. boy was he successful.

sorry, kitty. i don't mean to wish bad luck on ya - but please get used to a horn honk, and maybe start to practice it yourself. just a close call or two should help you understand the fear that prompts that sort of behavior.

[sailor47]

Stupid is as Stupid does. Hold off on the honking...please!

[Bonny]

Please don't honk the horn. Those golf cart horns always startle me cause they are so loud plus I would have no idea whose honking or why. This could cause someone to look around to see what's going on and could very well cause an accident.

[foxmeadow]

Ok, I will; Ok, I won't; Ok....Maybe???
:BigApplause:

[Sydney]

Honk when you need to! That's why they put them in just like the turn signals...oh wait, those seem to be for optional use also or to just leave them on continuously because you silenced the buzzer horn too cause it scared or irritated you as well. Phew!!

[Mikeod]

That tunnel at the Caroline side of Morse is dangerous in both directions. There are those that cut the corner going into the tunnel from the Caroline side especially. But there are also those that when exiting the tunnel swing out wide into the lane going toward the tunnel.

I don't know what to suggest regarding honking the horn. My hearing is apparently very sensitive to the frequency of the cart horns. When someone honks while we're both in the tunnel, it is very painful to me. On the other hand, that is, perhaps, a small price to pay to avoid a head-on collision. :shrug:

[LeeM]

Oh my...is it possible to live in an area in TV and avoid the tunnels?

[CaptJohn]

When someone honks while we're both in the tunnel, it is very painful to me. On the other hand, that is, perhaps, a small price to pay to avoid a head-on collision. :shrug:

This clearly sums up the reason for honking. Some people need to be 'scared' into paying attention. Someone lying in a hospital bed after a tunnel cart accident will surely wish they had honked!

[Duckfinger2]

Before I had our cart fixed it would back fire as we stopped at the end of the tunnel. That worked really good to let people know we there. The down side is it scared the heck out of everyone including my wife. Now I guess we will need to use the horn !
:MOJE_whot:

[Bogie Shooter]

How many tunnel accidents have there been?
Much ado about nothing?

[gomoho]

Maybe if everyone just slowed down all would be well???

[Barefoot]

Please don't honk the horn. Those golf cart horns always startle me cause they are so loud plus I would have no idea whose honking or why. This could cause someone to look around to see what's going on and could very well cause an accident.

I'm with Bonnie. When I hear a horn, I automatically think there is a crisis situation. If every driver started blowing their horn when navigating a tunnel, that would be quite distracting. It might prevent an accident, on the other hand it might cause one.

[DougB]

Honk if you're horny!

[graciegirl]

Honk if you're horny!


Say what?

[CFrance]

I run thru that tunnel all the time. Both ways. I was yelled at once by a woman in a golf cart because she told me I was supposed to run against traffic. I tried to explain (while running) about the blind curves. When I run down that hill into the tunnel (from Carololine side) I run with the traffic. They can see me. Anyone coming out of the tunnel (From Sweetbay) taking that sharp right would be mighty surprised to see me there on the other side to meet them.

Didn't stop the lady from berating me calling me an idiot because I was running with traffic instead of against. These tunnels can be dangerous entering or exiting enough without running into an unexpected pedestrian on the other side.

Wow, with so many other choices, please be safe and don't run through tunnels!

[CFrance]

Say what?

I think he means honk if you have a horny. Yeah, that's the ticket...

[rubicon]

The tunnels you are referencing have mirrors positioned for advanced warnings of oncoming traffic. apparently tat is not working.

If some of you believe that it is that much of a hazard you may want to call property management tell tem of the problem and ask that they road bumpers to slow down traffic such as they installed at Bridgeport at Sumter landing.

[Indydealmaker]

Honk or No. Either way the simplest solution is for drivers to learn how to drive defensively instead of aggressively. The corner cutting is not limited to golf cart drivers. Most auto drivers either never heard of, or are unable to make a near 90 degree turn at an intersection.

[perrjojo]

Maybe if everyone just slowed down all would be well???

Yup! I'm with you on this one.

[Mikeod]

The tunnels you are referencing have mirrors positioned for advanced warnings of oncoming traffic. apparently tat is not working.

If some of you believe that it is that much of a hazard you may want to call property management tell tem of the problem and ask that they road bumpers to slow down traffic such as they installed at Bridgeport at Sumter landing.
There is no mirror for those traveling east through that tunnel, but there is one for westbound traffic.

The speed bumps are worth thinking about. They would have to put them across both lanes approaching the tunnel from both SweetBay and Caroline and on the eastbound side in the tunnel as you exit. If they don't put one on both lanes, people will cut into the wrong lane to avoid them creating more danger. Just like they had to put rocks on the grass for the same reason at Bridgeport.

[tommy steam]

Honk or No. Either way the simplest solution is for drivers to learn how to drive defensively instead of aggressively. The corner cutting is not limited to golf cart drivers. Most auto drivers either never heard of, or are unable to make a near 90 degree turn at an intersection.

Cutting corners , this happened to me this afternoon. I'm stopped on Charlotte Ct waiting to make a right on Pinellas pl and this woman in a black Toyota makes the left onto Charlotte Ct cutting it sharply. This scared the heck out of me. Drivers who behave like that are an accident to happen.

[ilovetv]

I run thru that tunnel all the time. Both ways. I was yelled at once by a woman in a golf cart because she told me I was supposed to run against traffic. I tried to explain (while running) about the blind curves. When I run down that hill into the tunnel (from Carololine side) I run with the traffic. They can see me. Anyone coming out of the tunnel (From Sweetbay) taking that sharp right would be mighty surprised to see me there on the other side to meet them.

Didn't stop the lady from berating me calling me an idiot because I was running with traffic instead of against. These tunnels can be dangerous entering or exiting enough without running into an unexpected pedestrian on the other side.

Running thru a tunnel is a very dangerous thing to do. It is extremely hard to see a person in the darkness of the tunnel when going in there from the bright, bright sunlight.

It takes a few seconds for the eyesight to adjust to the darkness in the tunnel, and it only takes a second to hit somebody who's close to the entrance.....and not facing the entering carts so you can jump out of harm's way if need be.

[DougB]

I think he means honk if you have a horny. Yeah, that's the ticket...

Yep, that's what I meant. :highfive: :rolleyes:

[DAWN MARIE]

Running thru a tunnel is a very dangerous thing to do. It is extremely hard to see a person in the darkness of the tunnel when going in there from the bright, bright sunlight.

It takes a few seconds for the eyesight to adjust to the darkness in the tunnel, and it only takes a second to hit somebody who's close to the entrance.....and not facing the entering carts so you can jump out of harm's way if need be.

I've been doing it for over five years with no incident because I'm alert and I've been running for over 30 years. I also coached at a HS level. The reason I run with traffic (in the tunnel) is they can see me. If I'm at the entrance so are they, right behind me. Works well. Picture it. Picture going INTO a tunnel and meeting a runner around the corner. Not a good idea. There is no place to get out of the way. Pedestrians should stay away from blind curves. As soon as the curve is gone, cross over to face traffic. Works well.

Besides, the tunnels are not that long. When I run in, I usually pick up my speed in and push the hill on the outside. Most of the time carts are a non issue. I've had many make positive comments to me coming out of the Caroline Tunnel going towards Caroline because I usually always beat the carts up the hill. I figure it's best for both of us.

[ilovetv]

I've been doing it for over five years with no incident because I'm alert and I've been running for over 30 years. I also coached at a HS level. The reason I run with traffic (in the tunnel) is they can see me. If I'm at the entrance so are they, right behind me. Works well. Picture it. Picture going INTO a tunnel and meeting a runner around the corner. Not a good idea. There is no place to get out of the way. Pedestrians should stay away from blind curves. As soon as the curve is gone, cross over to face traffic. Works well.

Besides, the tunnels are not that long. When I run in, I usually pick up my speed in and push the hill on the outside. Most of the time carts are a non issue. I've had many make positive comments to me coming out of the Caroline Tunnel going towards Caroline because I usually always beat the carts up the hill. I figure it's best for both of us.

How do you know "they can see" you??? I just stated above how it takes a few seconds for vision to adjust to the darkness when coming in out of the bright, bright sunlight!!

AND, if you're near the entrance and just ahead of them when they enter on a cart, they have horsepower and they're going to step on the gas to get going again once they've slowed and made the turn. They could be upon you in a split second with the engine power carts have.

[butterfly sue]

I have realized for a long time of people cutting the corners entering tunnels. I have slowed down my golf cart driving a bit and if people don't like it too bad. I haven't slowed it down to a snail, but just not pedal to the medal for ALL driving. I have warned my husband about it too. So when I approach an end to the tunnel, I stop even before the white line with the word stop and then inch out until I can see and then go. I just don't know WHAT OUR HURRY IS.

Has anyone seen a golf cart turn to a golf path in front of the brick road we are suppose to use? They turn in front of the bushes there so they go angling across instead of making a left turn. Dangerous because the driver at the gate can't see you at all. Just seems I see something new every day.

I also slow down passing pedestrians and bikes on the paths. Make sure they know I am there.

[rubicon]

There is no mirror for those traveling east through that tunnel, but there is one for westbound traffic.

The speed bumps are worth thinking about. They would have to put them across both lanes approaching the tunnel from both SweetBay and Caroline and on the eastbound side in the tunnel as you exit. If they don't put one on both lanes, people will cut into the wrong lane to avoid them creating more danger. Just like they had to put rocks on the grass for the same reason at Bridgeport.



Hi mikeod: You are absolutely correct. Drivers will continue to cut into oncoming traffic at these tunnels because they are taking the turn too fast. So the obvious solution is to force them to slow down. I hate speed bumps but that appears to be the most likely solution. Certainly honking one's horn will only add more noise and more confusion.

After 7 years of living here I am no longer surprised by the unsafe antics of golf cart drivers. I suspect the culprit lies in that such drivers view a golf cart as some sort of toy when most of us are aware it can be a deadly instrument.

[Chazz]

...After 7 years of living here I am no longer surprised by the unsafe antics of golf cart drivers. I suspect the culprit lies in that such drivers view a golf cart as some sort of toy when most of us are aware it can be a deadly instrument.

Agree, but the behavior is not limited to golf carts. I've seen automobile drivers, and even bicyclists, perform the same unsafe maneuvers.

[PaPaLarry]

Maybe having speed bumps on each end would help? Also, removing the cement curbing on the gate side of tunnel when turning right might help too!! I'm sure someone will work it out for the good of all

[ivanhoe]

Oh. oh...I smell SPEED BUMPS like those at Bridgeport and they suck!

[Bogie Shooter]

Oh. oh...I smell SPEED BUMPS like those at Bridgeport and they suck!

But.............they slow down the traffic.

[Happinow]

It seems logical to give a quick toot on the horn when coming put of a tunnel. It doesn't mean you have to lay on the horn and scare people, but a toot would make people aware there is someone there.

[BobnBev]

But.............they slow down the traffic.

And that's a good thing!!!!:BigApplause:

[DAWN MARIE]

How do you know "they can see" you??? I just stated above how it takes a few seconds for vision to adjust to the darkness when coming in out of the bright, bright sunlight!!

AND, if you're near the entrance and just ahead of them when they enter on a cart, they have horsepower and they're going to step on the gas to get going again once they've slowed and made the turn. They could be upon you in a split second with the engine power carts have.

If I'm heading into a tunnel and they are behind me they can see me in the daylight as we both head into the tunnel. If I'm already in the tunnel they have to be far enough back for it not to be a problem and I'm out before they get thru it. The tunnels are not that long. It takes me probably 5-10 seconds from one end to another.

And...if I'm at the entrance just ahead of them as we both go in, I hug the right and they go past me slowly. Never been a problem. But now...if I was running AGAINST the traffic, I can foresee a head on collision as I exit and a cart enters or vise versa.

[capecodbob]

There are NO requirements for someone to drive a cart. SO...those with lousy eyesight, hearing, reflexes, concentration, attitude, etc. are out there driving carts.
Kinda like demolition derby and we're all in it! :gc:

Survival might be for those who slow down and avoid those who THINK they are in this derby!

BB

[justjim]

Please don't honk the horn. Those golf cart horns always startle me cause they are so loud plus I would have no idea whose honking or why. This could cause someone to look around to see what's going on and could very well cause an accident.

:ho: I'm with you on not blowing your horn in the tunnels. Where I come from, a blowing horn is relatively rare and is usually used to get someone's immediate attention because the other person has a problem. I use to live in Caroline and went through that tunnel many times and never had a problem. Although I don't care much for speed bumps, I would prefer speed bumps over blowing your horn---which as Bonny correctly pointed out would probably cause more problems than it would solve.

[fraurauch]

A lot of homes are situated by tunnels. I'm sure those people would get awfully tired of hearing horns all day (and night). The tunnel by Liberty Park comes to mind.

[Jhooman]

Beep beep

[BettyCrocked]

but a toot would make people aware there is someone there.

Just make sure you are downwind.

[asianthree]

For those who have been a tunnel accident..staying on their side would have stopped the accident

[Lovey2]

People drive this way in their carts, because it's how they drive on the street. I hate,hate,hate when people almost hit the front of my car (with the requisite dirty look) as they are cutting a corner to turn onto the street where I am. What did that 2 seconds saved buy them?? or maybe it's less wear and tear on the tires??? I don't know when people started to drive like this, but YES they do it in their carts too. WE ARE RETIRED people!! SLOW DOWN.....ENJOY THE RIDE!!!

[Barefoot]

The POA newsletter usually has a description of golf cart accidents which caused injuries. It's just crazy to read about some of the bizarre behavior. One accident involved a teenager driving a golf cart the wrong way in a roundabout, while his father sat in the passenger seat, supervising. All we can do is drive defensively.

[Madelaine Amee]

My other half was out on his usual early morning bike ride today (7:30am) when a car cut the corner and almost took him out, the car was so far over it marked the curb with black from the tire!

[Billyworld]

I'm sure the folks that live near the tunnels just love hearing all the horn blowing. Just picture yourself living by the tunnels and hearing everybody going and coming to LSL blowing their horns. Give us all a break and go easy on the horn blowing.

[Ooper]

Why can't people just learn to use the mirrors that are usually provided at the ends of the tunnels? They are placed in such a manner that allows you to see if anything is coming. But drivers should be staying in their own lane anyway.

[TheVillageChicken]

Why can't people just learn to use the mirrors that are usually provided at the ends of the tunnels? They are placed in such a manner that allows you to see if anything is coming. But drivers should be staying in their own lane anyway.

Perhaps this is the answer to that question. I am a bit of a birdbrain, but I don't think safety devices are fool proof.

The best laid plans can be defeated by inattentive golf cart drivers. (http://www.districtgov.org/community/GateArms.aspx)

Number 6 is my personal favorite.

[Ooper]

They aren't foolproof but they are better than nothing.

[Teeitup]

Perhaps this is the answer to that question. I am a bit of a birdbrain, but I don't think safety devices are fool proof.

The best laid plans can be defeated by inattentive golf cart drivers. (http://www.districtgov.org/community/GateArms.aspx)

Ever since I found out that you can just push the button to get through the gates anyway, I've wondered why they're still there?

[Shirleevee]

The POA newsletter usually has a description of golf cart accidents which caused injuries. It's just crazy to read about some of the bizarre behavior. One accident involved a teenager driving a golf cart the wrong way in a roundabout, while his father sat in the passenger seat, supervising. All we can do is drive defensively.

Off topic perhaps: How about the people who are driving towards you with their left leg sticking out of their golf carts....Many times I have had to hug a curb or wall in the tunnel to avoid an accident. Please be considerate of oncoming drivers and keep you legs where they belong!!!:gc:

[Dirigo]

Let's hear from some of the cart drivers who cut the corners on tunnels. I know you are reading this topic.

Would honking horns keep you on your side of the multi-modal path entering tunnels, or would speed bumps slow you down?

And why do you cut the corners anyway?

[CFrance]

Let's hear from some of the cart drivers who cut the corners on tunnels. I know you are reading this topic.

Would honking horns keep you on your side of the multi-modal path entering tunnels, or would speed bumps slow you down?

And why do you cut the corners anyway?

Good luck with getting answers to that one!

[Dirigo]

bump

[dewilson58]

There leg is hanging out and the leg of their shorts are TOO wide open. GROSS

[Halle]

There leg is hanging out and the leg of their shorts are TOO wide open. GROSS

:agree: barf

To stay on topic I'm against honking every time you enter a tunnel.

:gc:

[Dirigo]

A big thank you to everyone who has been honking their horns at tunnel entrances. I have seen several drivers honking their horns since my post. I think those drivers who cut the corners are becoming more aware that, son-of-a-gun, there just might be another cart in that other lane just out of their sight!

I also noted the behavior of one driver who not only honked his horn at the end of a tunnel, but also shouted unpleasant remarks at the offending driver. Let's not sink to that level folks. A simple, short toot will suffice.

[Ooper]

I think it is unnecessary and childish. If people would use caution and look in the mirrors at the end of the tunnels, there should be no need to honk horns. Just today, I went through a tunnel where 2 carts following each other and overloaded with kids, honked their horns through the entire tunnel. It hurts your ears. Plus, if you happen to live next to a tunnel, can you imagine what the honking sounds like if it went on all day? Let's grow up and act our age.

[Bogie Shooter]

Honking not necessary.......................

[HMLRHT1]

All u people who want to worry about what someone else is doing. It doesn't solve anything until the people who r making wide turns or cutting corners short almost hit someone or do hit someone or someone hits them. Just like it doesn't matter how many times there is a posting on the proper way to use the round- abouts. Talk, talk, talk but it doesn't change anything. -rave:

[rubicon]

People wonder and sure enough someone posts the average income for residents of The Villages.

People wonder and sure enough someone posts the division of gas carts vis a vis electric cart owners in The Villages.

Based on some of the posts in this thread:

I wonder what the average IQ is in The Villages?

[Jaggy]

I went through a tunnel where 2 carts following each other and overloaded with kids, honked their horns through the entire tunnel. It hurts your ears. Plus, if you happen to live next to a tunnel, can you imagine what the honking sounds like if it went on all day? Let's grow up and act our age.
Oops... I had my 3 and 5 yr granddaughters all wkend and if we went through a tunnel and didn't honk.. beep beep.. well, let's just say Grandma was scolded !!! So--- Sorry if I hurt your ears..

[CFrance]

I went through a tunnel where 2 carts following each other and overloaded with kids, honked their horns through the entire tunnel. It hurts your ears. Plus, if you happen to live next to a tunnel, can you imagine what the honking sounds like if it went on all day? Let's grow up and act our age.
Oops... I had my 3 and 5 yr granddaughters all wkend and if we went through a tunnel and didn't honk.. beep beep.. well, let's just say Grandma was scolded !!! So--- Sorry if I hurt your ears..

Funny! Sometimes you just have to beep to keep the little ones happy.

But I think a short beep to let oncoming traffic know there's someone in the tunnel coming at them blind would be helpful and not any more annoying than hearing sirens, mockingbirds, cranes, etc. You'd hardly notice it. And it's the custom in countries with narrow, twisting roads with blind curves. A matter of safety, and if done in a short burst would not bother anyone.

[Happinow]

My husband and I now make it a habit of giving a short toot on the horn when coming out of the tunnels. Better be safe than sorry. Too many cutting the corners short.

[Carl in Tampa]

The cart I drive most is a long body four seater and we have to pull out sometimes into the oncoming cart lane to get it to turn in tight places, usually tunnels north of 466. I am very careful.

Like Gracie, I have a long bodied cart. In mine all four passengers face forward. Many of the tunnels in my area have a center island dividing the lanes at each end, making it very difficult to make the tight turns. To avoid damaging my tires I turn into and out of the tunnels very slowly.

This has become a habit in all tunnels. As the front of my cart slowly eases out of the tunnel the wild drivers get plenty of notice that I'm there..... even the guy who was coming the wrong way on a single lane ramp, meeting me head on.

I also drive slowly through the tunnels in order to minimize the sound of my gas engine echoing. Did honk the horn inside tunnels a couple of times in the summer of 2012 for the benefit of a six year old, but would not routinely honk.

Let people yell or gesture at me :cus: for taking the tunnels slowly. I'm retired from a job where people used to shoot at me. :police:

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h42/exagent007/CartatCrispers_zps548635b8.jpg (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/exagent007/media/CartatCrispers_zps548635b8.jpg.html)

[CFrance]

Like Gracie, I have a long bodied cart. In mine all four passengers face forward. Many of the tunnels in my area have a center island dividing the lanes at each end, making it very difficult to make the tight turns. To avoid damaging my tires I turn into and out of the tunnels very slowly.

This has become a habit in all tunnels. As the front of my cart slowly eases out of the tunnel the wild drivers get plenty of notice that I'm there..... even the guy who was coming the wrong way on a single lane ramp, meeting me head on.

I also drive slowly through the tunnels in order to minimize the sound of my gas engine echoing. Did honk the horn inside tunnels a couple of times in the summer of 2012 for the benefit of a six year old, but would not routinely honk.

Let people yell or gesture at me :cus: for taking the tunnels slowly. I'm retired from a job where people used to shoot at me. :police:

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h42/exagent007/CartatCrispers_zps548635b8.jpg (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/exagent007/media/CartatCrispers_zps548635b8.jpg.html)

Glad you made it safely to retirement! You deserve to navigate the tunnels however you see fit. :wave:

[buggyone]

Wow, Carl, that is a big cart! Glad to see that your missus wears a seat belt - good safety comes first.

[nightstalkerths]

Please dont HONK it is very upsetting u think something is wrong

[DougB]

Beep, beep

[Barefoot]

Please dont HONK it is very upsetting. u think something is wrong

Honking not necessary.........

I think it is unnecessary and childish...... if you happen to live next to a tunnel, can you imagine what the honking sounds like if it went on all day? Let's grow up and act our age.

I'm against honking every time you enter a tunnel.

I'm with the Non Honkers. I find it distracting when people honk ... to me it's a way of informing other drivers that something is wrong.

[msfooter]

My husband and I now make it a habit of giving a short toot on the horn when coming out of the tunnels. Better be safe than sorry. Too many cutting the corners short.

Oh, please, no honking - very annoying and a bad idea. Jimmie

[KenLar]

I think it's a good idea to honk when entering or especially when exiting. My wife had a close call in the tunnel crossing Buena Vista by Turtle Mound. She was coming out heading west and a cart entering almost ran into her because they were way over into her lane. And these people look at you as if you are at fault. I will start honking when I return later this month.

[Bogie Shooter]

How about whistling a happy tune?

[HMLRHT1]

What if the person is deaf? They won't hear ur honking! Then what? Start flashing ur lights or flapping ur wings? People need to drive correctly and stay in their own lane. That is the only thing that will resolve this.

[Dirigo]

People need to drive correctly and stay in their own lane. That is the only thing that will resolve this.

And given that that will NEVER happen 100% of the time one must take what action they can to alert a dangerous driver of YOUR presence at the end of a tunnel.

I didn't work hard and save hard all those years to be crippled by a who is too lazy to make a proper turn without coming into my lane.

If you are reading this and you're one who doesn't stay on your side of the road when entering/exiting a tunnel WHY DO YOU DRIVE THAT WAY???

Do you think an accident will never happen to you?? IT WILL EVENTUALLY...then how will you feel if you plow into a golf cart with Grandma and her grandkids in it and you see them fly out of the cart and get hurt, maimed, or killed. There goes any happiness they or you will have in retirement.

Be safe, a little beep doesn't hurt anyone...

[Sage327]

And given that that will NEVER happen 100% of the time one must take what action they can to alert a dangerous driver of YOUR presence at the end of a tunnel.

I didn't work hard and save hard all those years to be crippled by a who is too lazy to make a proper turn without coming into my lane.

If you are reading this and you're one who doesn't stay on your side of the road when entering/exiting a tunnel WHY DO YOU DRIVE THAT WAY???

Do you think an accident will never happen to you?? IT WILL EVENTUALLY...then how will you feel if you plow into a golf cart with Grandma and her grandkids in it and you see them fly out of the cart and get hurt, maimed, or killed. There goes any happiness they or you will have in retirement.

Be safe, a little beep doesn't hurt anyone...

Thank you. I feel the same way. I thought I was leaving the crazy drivers back in NY. I came down here to enjoy retirement not to wind up in a golf cart crash. And if you think I am driving too slow GO AROUND, I am not speeding up because you are late for a round of golf!