How fast do you drive your Class A?
I'm curious what others have found to be the magic point between rig capability, speed, and fuel efficiency. I'm not talking about when you are sauntering along just enjoying the scenery, but rather w...
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Bill.Satellite wrote:Chum lee wrote:
Bill.Satellite wrote: "Speed does not determine your chances of being in an accident. Attention determines your chances of being in an accident."
I could not respectfully disagree with you more. If you check USA vehicular accident statistics you will find that excess speed along with mental impairment (lack of attention/judgement) ARE the primary causes of most accidents. They are also the major factors in the severity of injury/property damage. Weather conditions are a close third. Driving too fast in adverse weather conditions, well, . . . . BINGO!
Chum lee
You have made a giant leap from speed to EXCESS speed. Of course, excess speed is bad but that has nothing at all to do with driving at the speed limit.
Once again I completely respectfully disagree with you. The law says that the posted speed limit is considered to be "prima facia." Meaning that it is the speed limit when reasonably considered as safe.
That said, if your driving down the interstate on an icy bridge at 75 mph in tule fog (zero visibility) even though the sign says 75 mph you can be ticketed for excess speed for driving in conditions that are not considered safe. If you disagree, go argue with the judge.
I have no doubt that you are a heads up safe driver based on your comments. It's everyone else I have no knowledge of that concerns me.
Chum lee
