Stuck with a group of good drivers...

nub340 · 01-10-2008, 04:38 PM

Have you ever been driving down the highway and actually noticed how smoothly traffic flows when you get 'stuck' with a GROUP of good drivers?

ie:
- Everyone uses left lane for passing only then gets back over.
- Actually try & help each other out instead of constantly defending their "position"?
- Flashing head/brake lights to warn other drivers of danger
- etc

This doesn't happen very often in L.A., but when it does I really take notice and appreciate it. I always try to give a friendly wave to those who are obviously being good drivers. I noticed I see more of this as you get away from the city. Probrably 'cause there are less people in a big hurry, dunno... Anyway I just wanted to give a little positive reinforcement and say thanks to all you good drivers out there!! Thanks!

tjnptel1 · 01-10-2008, 04:40 PM

pimp'n

noro · 01-10-2008, 04:43 PM

It happens every time I go to the race track

E90Graphite07 · 01-10-2008, 04:52 PM

Yeah, it's very helpful when you do come across such respective drivers. I do recall the days in my Prelude, where indeed other Honda drivers (Accords & Civics) drive alone side/front/rear of me... gotta love it also when there's a chick involved. The most help comes when we work together to get past slow cars on the left lane, and some non-Honda who tries to overpass us

... those were the days.

It's very difficult to get other Bimmers to do the same... I haven't come across any yet

. I'll love to do another convoy with the big boys this time.

LEDZEP · 01-10-2008, 04:55 PM

Yes, it is a rare but much noticed and appreciated situation. Another good example is someone overtaking you in the left lane who falls back a bit to give you room to come out from behind a slower car, just before you get boxed in.

I drive almost 100 miles a day, mostly freeway. During normal commuting hours, most everyone is in the groove and there is a rhythm and flow. When the Griswald's get on the road on weekends, friday evenings, etc. you can really tell the difference.

FWIW I try to exhibit the behavior that I like to see in others. No sense being part of the problem...

335i4u2nv · 01-10-2008, 04:57 PM

lucky u... want a cookie? like seriously... does this matter

E90Graphite07 · 01-10-2008, 05:00 PM

I can concur... I meant to imply that as well. We need more 'common sense' drivers to know exactly how to read the road, and its drivers. Sadly it's not spreading amongst all drivers on our freeways.... all the lanes are like 'it's mine and mine only...you're not getting past me'... heh, say hello to my little friend folks ...'zzzzzzzzooooooooooommmmmmmmmmm .... 335i coming thru!!!'

alex2112 · 01-10-2008, 05:16 PM

Yeah, its very rare but I too enjoy finding a "good" driver to hang with on the road. The other day I was driving on Route 3 coming down from NH into MA and I found an E39 540i going the same speed and for the whole way we just drove together, with him in front, moving to the left to pass then getting back to the right to cruise, showing each other courtesy, no boxing in, etc.

nlakind · 01-10-2008, 05:19 PM

you're welcome

MTV · 01-10-2008, 05:25 PM

Yes, I notice this when taking long road trips.

People stick in the right lane when cruising, pass people on the left and get right back to the right. Whenever I take a trip in the car, I always tend stay with the same group of people heading in the same direction until they take an exit. I always get warned of speed traps up ahead from oncoming traffic, which is also nice.

asdflkijd · 01-10-2008, 05:49 PM

WA drivers are idiots most of the time.. I'm always afraid someones going to come into my lane without signaling, looking, etc etc.. I usually try to stay on the farthest left lane as I can. I always try to give a high beam or honk when my radar goes off

Year's_End · 01-10-2008, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335i4u2nv

lucky u... want a cookie? like seriously... does this matter

Useless post.

Anyways, yeah I can appreciate those moments, but they're few and far between. Mainly it's a bunch of ego-centric 40 year old males in their mega duty trucks that think they own the road and those mid thirties/early forties women that probably don't have to work and drive their Lexus SUVs and whatnot that are the problem. Pisses me off...as soon as I see aggressive driving ahead that's my key to get around it as quickly as possible.

And god forbid if you and the other aggressive driver are the first two out of a pack of car and are doing one of those "slow races" where you each slowly go faster and faster and pay little to no attention to the other, secretly trying to be in the lead. lmao me and my friend always laugh in those situations cuz it's always a Dodge pickup.

sunman · 01-10-2008, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

Mainly it's a bunch of ego-centric 40 year old males in their mega duty trucks that think they own the road

+1

STE92VE · 01-10-2008, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nub340

This doesn't happen very often in L.A., but when it does I really take notice and appreciate it. I always try to give a friendly wave to those who are obviously being good drivers.

I really appreciate it when everyone stays out of my way. If they don't I give them a different kind of wave that some might not consider friendly.

Seriously though, if more common courtesy was exhibited on our highways, there would be less road rage and fewer accidents. We must learn to tolerate those that do not have the same driving skills as some of us (have you ever seen LEDZEP lead a pack of cars?), and try to give them a little more lee way. OTOH, those that lack the skills should not attempt to put themselves or others in harms way.

STE92VE · 01-10-2008, 06:24 PM

Also, what's a goup of good drivers? Is that smaller or larger than a gaggle?

nub340 · 01-10-2008, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STE92VE

Also, what's a goup of good drivers? Is that smaller or larger than a gaggle?

Yeah yeah I was wondering who would be the first one to point that out to me. I'll remember that STE92VE!!

BlueLion · 01-10-2008, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90Graphite07

Yeah, it's very helpful when you do come across such respective drivers. I do recall the days in my Prelude, where indeed other Honda drivers (Accords & Civics) drive alone side/front/rear of me... gotta love it also when there's a chick involved. The most help comes when we work together to get past slow cars on the left lane, and some non-Honda who tries to overpass us

... those were the days.

It's very difficult to get other Bimmers to do the same... I haven't come across any yet

. I'll love to do another convoy with the big boys this time.

yeah i experienced the same thing back when i drove a TL....lots of honda/acura love.....have yet to experience the same thing now

ianbiz · 01-10-2008, 08:06 PM

I like the sense of grouping and friendship on the road. It really makes driving much more pleasant.

bts · 01-10-2008, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nub340

Have you ever been driving down the highway and actually noticed how smoothly traffic flows when you get 'stuck' with a GROUP of good drivers?

ie:
- Everyone uses left lane for passing only then gets back over.
- Actually try & help each other out instead of constantly defending their "position"?
- Flashing head/brake lights to warn other drivers of danger
- etc

This doesn't happen very often in L.A., but when it does I really take notice and appreciate it. I always try to give a friendly wave to those who are obviously being good drivers. I noticed I see more of this as you get away from the city. Probrably 'cause there are less people in a big hurry, dunno... Anyway I just wanted to give a little positive reinforcement and say thanks to all you good drivers out there!! Thanks!

+1

flipmde786 · 01-10-2008, 08:13 PM

Driving is like a war here...wish I could experience a group of good drivers.

Year's_End · 01-10-2008, 08:33 PM

Drive in Australia, specifically Melbourne, to get an idea of what it would be like if 95% of the people were good, friendly, cooperative drivers.

flipmde786 · 01-13-2008, 12:30 PM

Ever notice the speeding Hyundais/Kias (especially Elantras and Accents)? I think those ad campaigns like "You Win" and whatever really get to them..

01-10-2008, 04:38 PM	#1
nub340 First Lieutenant Drives: 2009 335i E92 M-Sport 6MT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: WLA Posts: 315 iTrader: (0)	Stuck with a group of good drivers... Have you ever been driving down the highway and actually noticed how smoothly traffic flows when you get 'stuck' with a GROUP of good drivers? ie: - Everyone uses left lane for passing only then gets back over. - Actually try & help each other out instead of constantly defending their "position"? - Flashing head/brake lights to warn other drivers of danger - etc This doesn't happen very often in L.A., but when it does I really take notice and appreciate it. I always try to give a friendly wave to those who are obviously being good drivers. I noticed I see more of this as you get away from the city. Probrably 'cause there are less people in a big hurry, dunno... Anyway I just wanted to give a little positive reinforcement and say thanks to all you good drivers out there!! Thanks! __________________ R135 │ 2009 335i E92 6MT / LeMans Blue / Black Dakota / Gray Poplar └┼┼┤ │ Premium / M-Sport / Nav / HD / PDC .246 │ Heated Seats / iPod+USB / Smartphone Integration Last edited by nub340; 01-10-2008 at 04:40 PM. Reason: highlighted fact I mispelled "group" in title...
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01-10-2008, 04:40 PM	#2
tjnptel1 Cunning Linguist Drives: 335i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 2,218 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	pimp'n __________________ Bottles are for babies, Real men get blown.

01-10-2008, 04:43 PM	#3
noro Colonel Drives: E30 M3 / E46 ZHP Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 2,600 iTrader: (0)	It happens every time I go to the race track __________________ zhpregistry.net - ZHP stats and free classifieds.

01-10-2008, 04:52 PM	#4
E90Graphite07 First Lieutenant Drives: 07 E90 335i & 00 Honda Prelude Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 348 iTrader: (0)	Yeah, it's very helpful when you do come across such respective drivers. I do recall the days in my Prelude, where indeed other Honda drivers (Accords & Civics) drive alone side/front/rear of me... gotta love it also when there's a chick involved. The most help comes when we work together to get past slow cars on the left lane, and some non-Honda who tries to overpass us ... those were the days. It's very difficult to get other Bimmers to do the same... I haven't come across any yet . I'll love to do another convoy with the big boys this time. __________________ 2007 BMW 335i - E90 2006 Jeep Commander Limited HEMI - XK

01-10-2008, 04:55 PM	#5
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.93] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	Yes, it is a rare but much noticed and appreciated situation. Another good example is someone overtaking you in the left lane who falls back a bit to give you room to come out from behind a slower car, just before you get boxed in. I drive almost 100 miles a day, mostly freeway. During normal commuting hours, most everyone is in the groove and there is a rhythm and flow. When the Griswald's get on the road on weekends, friday evenings, etc. you can really tell the difference. FWIW I try to exhibit the behavior that I like to see in others. No sense being part of the problem... __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

01-10-2008, 04:57 PM	#6
335i4u2nv Colonel Drives: 335i e9O sL0w Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: im right behind u Posts: 2,760 iTrader: (0)	lucky u... want a cookie? like seriously... does this matter

01-10-2008, 05:00 PM	#7
E90Graphite07 First Lieutenant Drives: 07 E90 335i & 00 Honda Prelude Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 348 iTrader: (0)	I can concur... I meant to imply that as well. We need more 'common sense' drivers to know exactly how to read the road, and its drivers. Sadly it's not spreading amongst all drivers on our freeways.... all the lanes are like 'it's mine and mine only...you're not getting past me'... heh, say hello to my little friend folks ...'zzzzzzzzooooooooooommmmmmmmmmm .... 335i coming thru!!!' __________________ 2007 BMW 335i - E90 2006 Jeep Commander Limited HEMI - XK

01-10-2008, 05:16 PM	#8
alex2112 First Lieutenant Drives: 2007 328i Coupe Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: MA Posts: 385 iTrader: (3)	Yeah, its very rare but I too enjoy finding a "good" driver to hang with on the road. The other day I was driving on Route 3 coming down from NH into MA and I found an E39 540i going the same speed and for the whole way we just drove together, with him in front, moving to the left to pass then getting back to the right to cruise, showing each other courtesy, no boxing in, etc.

01-10-2008, 05:19 PM	#9
nlakind Colonel Drives: 335i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: LA Posts: 2,839 iTrader: (24)	you're welcome

01-10-2008, 05:25 PM	#10
MTV OEM+ Drives: E60 M5, VW 337 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montreal Posts: 1,884 iTrader: (1)	Yes, I notice this when taking long road trips. People stick in the right lane when cruising, pass people on the left and get right back to the right. Whenever I take a trip in the car, I always tend stay with the same group of people heading in the same direction until they take an exit. I always get warned of speed traps up ahead from oncoming traffic, which is also nice. __________________ I <3 BOOST E60 M5 VW 337 GTI MobileMatt - The Car Wash That Comes to You !

01-10-2008, 05:49 PM	#11
asdflkijd Aberry is a scammer Drives: SGM E92 335i, AM E90 335i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 5,429 iTrader: (14) Garage List 2007 E90 335i (Reti ... [4.50] 2008 E92 335i [0.00]	WA drivers are idiots most of the time.. I'm always afraid someones going to come into my lane without signaling, looking, etc etc.. I usually try to stay on the farthest left lane as I can. I always try to give a high beam or honk when my radar goes off

01-10-2008, 06:24 PM	#15
STE92VE STEVIL Empire Drives: E92 328i 6MT Join Date: May 2006 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 6,157 iTrader: (0)	Also, what's a goup of good drivers? Is that smaller or larger than a gaggle? __________________ HIS: 2007 E92 328i 6MT-Space Gray/Black Dakota/Gray Poplar w/heated seats-PCD 4/27/07 HERS: 2009 E90 328i xDrive 6AT-Space Gray/Oyster Dakota/Dark Burl Walnut w/ZPP/ZCW/Xenons-ED 4/17/09 - Redelivery 5/30/09

01-10-2008, 08:06 PM	#18
ianbiz 4th E90 Drives: Black E90 and a SGM E90 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne/UCF, Florida Posts: 5,060 iTrader: (7)	I like the sense of grouping and friendship on the road. It really makes driving much more pleasant. __________________ Ian 06 330 and 07 335

01-10-2008, 08:13 PM	#20
flipmde786 Lieutenant Drives: 330xi Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 513 iTrader: (0)	Driving is like a war here...wish I could experience a group of good drivers. __________________ 2006 330xi [TiAg] [Black Leather] [Aluminum] [STEP] [ZPP] [ZSP] [ZCW] [CA] [35% tint] [Blacklines] [OEM Strut Bar] [OEM Spoiler]

01-10-2008, 08:33 PM	#21
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,783 iTrader: (0)	Drive in Australia, specifically Melbourne, to get an idea of what it would be like if 95% of the people were good, friendly, cooperative drivers. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

01-13-2008, 12:30 PM	#22
flipmde786 Lieutenant Drives: 330xi Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 513 iTrader: (0)	Ever notice the speeding Hyundais/Kias (especially Elantras and Accents)? I think those ad campaigns like "You Win" and whatever really get to them.. __________________ 2006 330xi [TiAg] [Black Leather] [Aluminum] [STEP] [ZPP] [ZSP] [ZCW] [CA] [35% tint] [Blacklines] [OEM Strut Bar] [OEM Spoiler]

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