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Tag Archives: driving
Stop calling accidents “accidents”
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Loading ...The tragic Bronx Zoo crash this past week has been declared “accidental.” As devastating as this wreck is, perhaps we should start considering calling most accidents something other than “accidents.” Like you, I am tired of standing in the middle … Continue reading
Bicyclists and criminals
(4 votes, average: 3.00 out of 5) Loading ...What do bicyclists and criminals have in common? They both are marginalized sections of society who demand recognition but do little to earn their places in normal society.* Bicyclists are marginalized on the road and demand recognition from vehicles. But … Continue reading
It’s the damage, stupid
(6 votes, average: 4.33 out of 5) Loading ...Frequently at wrecks, I come across crews who place way too much emphasis on the answer to the question, “How fast were you going?” First of all, most drivers have great incentive to lie about their speed. The liars aside, … Continue reading
Driving is not a fucking game
(3 votes, average: 3.67 out of 5) Loading ...If the sun was in your eyes, perhaps you shouldn’t have been driving 35 in a 25mph zone. You should be glad you only caused a family’s minivan to roll over onto its roof by clipping its tail instead of … Continue reading
This looks suspicious
(5 votes, average: 4.20 out of 5) Loading ...Code 3 for the traffic accident. As we approach, two vehicles with flashers are still moving slowly in the left lane of the freeway. By the time we reach them, they are stopped. The driver of the trailing vehicle gets … Continue reading
