Thursday, January 27, 2011

Things I’d like to see…


On the road:

Headlights at dawn and dusk – it isn’t about what you see; it’s about being seen.

Turn signals blinking – they’re not optional equipment and it’s always good to know the driver’s intent.

Everyone buckled in, especially children.

Both hands on the wheel.

Drivers using the hands-free capability on their cell phone.

No texting while driving!

Bicyclists respecting the rules of the road. Motorcyclists = ditto.

All items secured on trailers, in pickup truck beds and tied to the roof.

No tailgating!

No driving buzzed or under the influence.

Someone under 60 driving over 60 in a Crown Victoria.

No 15 year-olds behind the wheel. They aren’t ready (even if you are).

More teenagers in sedans and cool retro muscle cars. These are the vehicles for you, not SUVs and pickup trucks.

Not a cigarette butt in sight.