These speed limit threads are entertaining! I'm one of those "john donkeys" who follow the 55 mph limit pretty closely. I've been driving since 1965, and towing things since 1971 so I've got a few miles under my belt. My cruise control is usually set on 58 mph when on the freeways, because that's what I feel is a good compromise between safety and economy. In all the years I've been driving I can't recall a single instance when people have flipped me off for my speed, or driven up my tailpipe. I don't know if I'm just lucky or what - people seem to be able to pass me with no drama.
I also try to pull over if I've got cars behind me on a 2-lane road - but I make sure I can do it safely, and I signal my intentions.
