Accidents versus Safe Driving
I thought I would post my thoughts on the recent rash of accidents and driving habits of some RV drivers. I live in MA but spend a lot of time on the roads in New England. With the fall color almo...
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"69gp"......I think it's a good post and one that could use some discussion. Unfortunately, I think it will be just like the dog posts. Everyone who has a dog says theirs never poops, barks or misbehaves and everyone here never drives faster than the speed limit.
In reality, there are very few RV accidents as compared to other vehicles on the road. I think most people drive sensibly and even more cautiously than normal because of the large size of the rig. Yet we see some maniacs driving down the road.
I think some of the problem areas are large DP's that feel their size and stability promote higher speeds, yet stopping something that size takes a lot more distance than the family car. The other group is the large toy haulers, towing overweight rigs or using undersized vehicles that are lifted for off road use, yet provide little stability.
In California, the speed limit, when towing, is 55mph. Personally, I believe that is too slow. I typically tow at 62 mph. This speed keeps me from getting a ticket and gets good economy. I've pushed my very stable coach to 70-75 mph for a brief point on occasion, while passing, but I never felt comfortable going that fast. I also know that my tires are rated at 75mph.
I would like to say we should police our own, but there is no way of doing that. Hopefully, maybe just discussing it will slow down some of those who drive like maniacs.
In reality, there are very few RV accidents as compared to other vehicles on the road. I think most people drive sensibly and even more cautiously than normal because of the large size of the rig. Yet we see some maniacs driving down the road.
I think some of the problem areas are large DP's that feel their size and stability promote higher speeds, yet stopping something that size takes a lot more distance than the family car. The other group is the large toy haulers, towing overweight rigs or using undersized vehicles that are lifted for off road use, yet provide little stability.
In California, the speed limit, when towing, is 55mph. Personally, I believe that is too slow. I typically tow at 62 mph. This speed keeps me from getting a ticket and gets good economy. I've pushed my very stable coach to 70-75 mph for a brief point on occasion, while passing, but I never felt comfortable going that fast. I also know that my tires are rated at 75mph.
I would like to say we should police our own, but there is no way of doing that. Hopefully, maybe just discussing it will slow down some of those who drive like maniacs.
