[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Shimpy

My first thought was the motorcycle which pulled into the right lane to pass was in the cars blind spot. The car went into the right lane not seeing the motorcycle because he didn't do a good head check before moving over.
I also believe the driver of the car will be caught quickly. He's probably got his car in a garage or hidden so as not to show the damage. The police have his rear view mirror which was knocked off. The Sumter cops have a very good record of investigating and finding the bad guys.

If you had read the two previous posts you would know the driver turned himself in this morning................................

[looneycat]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

Get real! nobody going to wait in line at stop light in the right hand lane. Besides, some right hand lanes are turning lanes. Lines are long enough with 4 or 6 lanes. Yep I can see everybody driving down the toll road in the far right hand lane. If I am in the left hand lane I am passing some one or getting ready to turn. It's against the Law to SPEED in any lane. That's why you see two cars (three Cars, Four Cars) beside each other They are all trying to pass the person in the right hand lane AND NOT SPEED. I see law to try to keep slower traffic out of the left lanes.

And those who want single lane roundabout? That's not going to happen either. El Camino Reno was left hand lane was blocked off for the Bi-monthly flower planting Thursday or Wednesday? the lines on all three corners was 15 deep or more. Could you imagine all roundabout single lane?

I'm willing to bet that less than 10% of drivers riding your tail in the left lane are not speeding, if you are maintaining the limit....well, too bad, learn some patience. On roads with roundabouts it would work better characterized as local and through lanes.

[Polar Bear]

If you hold up traffic in the left lane...and you are not passing someone or approaching a left turn...you are breaking the law, even if the approaching vehicle is exceeding the speed limit.

[joldnol]

I can't believe (well after living in TV for 6 months I can) there are folks defending the misuse of the PASSING lane. It is not your private cruising lane. Also if you pull out in front of me please ACCELERATE to at least the speed limit as quickly as possible. The gas pedal is also known as the accelerator and you pulled out in front of me. Some of the posters wouldn't last a week in a big city.

[QUOTE=looneycat;1044589]I'm willing to bet that less than 10% of drivers riding your tail in the left lane are not speeding, if you are maintaining the limit....well, too bad, learn some patience. On roads with roundabouts it would work better characterized


Learn some patience.? How about stop being stubborn & MOVE OVER !!!!!

[The20Percent]

If you google the motorcyclist full name on the internet, you will see his mug shot photos along with a long list of offenses including several "reckless driving" charges and even more serious convictions! He wasn't a model citizen by far but it's still a shame to hear that someone has to die this young and so tragically.

[pmbinnj]

Originally Posted by The20Percent

If you google the motorcyclist full name on the internet, you will see his mug shot photos along with a long list of offenses including several "reckless driving" charges and even more serious convictions! He wasn't a model citizen by far but it's still a shame to hear that someone has to die this young and so tragically.

Why would anyone spend time on Google looking up the name of a young person who died in a terrible accident? This young man was, at the very least, someone's son and now he is dead. "Model citizen" or not -- he tragically died and he should not become fodder for people who have nothing better to do then point out that his mug shot can be found online. A "long list of offenses" would include Googling, posting, and disparaging the deceased person's reputation.

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by pmbinnj

Why would anyone spend time on Google looking up the name of a young person who died in a terrible accident? This young man was, at the very least, someone's son and now he is dead. "Model citizen" or not -- he tragically died and he should not become fodder for people who have nothing better to do then point out that his mug shot can be found online. A "long list of offenses" would include Googling, posting, and disparaging the deceased person's reputation.

It is tragic that someone died in an accident that was probably preventable with common sense. The young man's "long list of offenses" is going to be discussed as a defence tactic, right or wrong....

[DougB]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

It is tragic that someone died in an accident that was probably preventable with common sense. The young man's "long list of offenses" is going to be discussed as a defence tactic, right or wrong....

No defense for HIT AND RUN.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by looneycat

I'm willing to bet that less than 10% of drivers riding your tail in the left lane are not speeding, if you are maintaining the limit....well, too bad, learn some patience. On roads with roundabouts it would work better characterized as local and through lanes.

I agree I think the law was intended for interstate and turnpikes 30 years ago when 1/100th amount of traffic, but some how has worked it way down to CR's or local streets. What's next cow pasture trails? I can see everybody in Orlando driving in the right lane going to and from and leaving 4 lanes empty. I have to ask WHY is there more than one lane then?

I move over when speeder wants by. WHY?? so he can set the pace and get the ticket

[buzzy]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

I agree I think the law was intended for interstate and turnpikes 30 years ago when 1/100th amount of traffic, but some how has worked it way down to CR's or local streets. What's next cow pasture trails? I can see everybody in Orlando driving in the right lane going to and from and leaving 4 lanes empty. I have to ask WHY is there more than one lane then?

I move over when speeder wants by. WHY?? so he can set the pace and get the ticket

I always let the speeder through for the same reason.