FatHobbit
Posts: 8,651
Jan 31, 2012 2:43pm
http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2012/01/31/not-passing-get-out-of-left-lane-bill-says.html
We've argued here before that the left lane is or isn't for passing and if people should be allowed to slow traffic by clogging the left lane. Seems the Ohio House has an opinion.
I get mildly annoyed by people who drive in the left lane, but no road rage. I just pass them on the right when I get the opportunity.
We've argued here before that the left lane is or isn't for passing and if people should be allowed to slow traffic by clogging the left lane. Seems the Ohio House has an opinion.
I get mildly annoyed by people who drive in the left lane, but no road rage. I just pass them on the right when I get the opportunity.
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Jan 31, 2012 2:50pm
I get VERY annoyed by people who drive in the left hand lane, so to me, this would be a very good law 
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Jan 31, 2012 2:55pm
People who cruise along in the left lane while not in the process of passing others are assholes.
ts1227
Posts: 12,319
Jan 31, 2012 2:59pm
Our politicians worry about the dumbest shit
se-alum
Posts: 13,948
Jan 31, 2012 3:07pm
Sometimes when it's raining, I'll drive in the left lane while not passing because the visibility is better. Lawmakers need to focus on important stuff, not these kind of inane issues.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Jan 31, 2012 3:10pm
This is a useless law. Raise the speed limit to 85 mph and let the process weed itself out.
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
Jan 31, 2012 3:13pm
Yean, in theory this may sound ok but how are they going to enforce it? Ya pretty much only could get pulled over if a cop was following you for a spell and noticing you are not passing anyone.
Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Jan 31, 2012 3:21pm
I alway drive in the left lane at 70-75 MPA :laugh:
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Sonofanump
Jan 31, 2012 3:29pm
Great in theory, not going to be practical to enforce most of the time.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Jan 31, 2012 3:30pm
This is because you're an asshole. Mofo.Belly35;1071482 wrote:I alway drive in the left lane at 70-75 MPA :laugh:
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
Jan 31, 2012 3:32pm
I think while they are at it they could also push a law through that when you see the signs to merge left (or right) because of lane closures/construction instead of just waiting until the very last moment and then causing backups. I would think that in the 2-3 miles notice they give you that if ya just merge over then when it gets to one less lane it should be at a standstill to let people in.
Fly4Fun
Posts: 7,730
Jan 31, 2012 3:34pm
Works great in New York. I've had a friend pulled over and cited for it. It helps traffic moving smooth.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 31, 2012 3:47pm
I'm sure you nagged him the entire time to follow the rules. Probably glad and thanked the cop for giving your friend a traffic infraction.Fly4Fun;1071493 wrote:Works great in New York. I've had a friend pulled over and cited for it. It helps traffic moving smooth.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Jan 31, 2012 3:52pm
lol reps.Commander of Awesome;1071504 wrote:I'm sure you nagged him the entire time to follow the rules. Probably glad and thanked the cop for giving your friend a traffic infraction.
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Steel Valley Football
Posts: 4,548
Jan 31, 2012 3:58pm
Just pass in the right lane. It's perfectly legal, contrary to what most believe.
Dr Winston O'Boogie
Posts: 1,799
Jan 31, 2012 4:03pm
I hate being held up by a left lane hogger as much as anyone. But honestly, I can see this law becoming a huge problem. It seems very difficult to enforce and would require an inordinate amount of monitoring by police. Life's too short.
FatHobbit
Posts: 8,651
Jan 31, 2012 4:05pm
I imagine they would enforce it much like they do speeding laws. If they catch you, you get a ticket. If not, then you're good to go.Dr Winston O'Boogie;1071526 wrote:It seems very difficult to enforce and would require an inordinate amount of monitoring by police. Life's too short.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Jan 31, 2012 4:08pm
I cant stand people who sit in the left lane going 68 MPH. When no one is around, its fine, just pass on the right. But it becomes a bit dangerous when there is traffic. Just get in the right lane with everyone else so the line of 22 cars behind you can get on their way.
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MontyBrunswick
Jan 31, 2012 4:23pm
I cruise in the left lane, but I move out of the way if some tool wants to drive 85 in the left-most lane.
I typically go 77ish.
I typically go 77ish.
Jughead
Posts: 1,261
Jan 31, 2012 4:24pm
You mean you guys don't pass people in the grass/median? :rolleyes:
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Jan 31, 2012 5:16pm
Surprised cry4fail didn't take this post down.Commander of Awesome;1071504 wrote:I'm sure you nagged him the entire time to follow the rules. Probably glad and thanked the cop for giving your friend a traffic infraction.
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sjmvsfscs08
Posts: 2,963
Jan 31, 2012 7:04pm
I cruise in the left lane, going eight over. I'm sorta perpetually passing people because they're slow as fuck and/or cannot drive well, so I don't think I'm being an ass. If anyone gets behind me I quickly GTFOOTW and let them pass without slowing down....and then I follow their lead.
Glory Days
Posts: 7,809
Jan 31, 2012 8:03pm
the only flaw i see is inside city limits when the left lane should be for thru traffic to relieve traffic jams.
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dave
Posts: 4,558
Jan 31, 2012 8:24pm
lolJughead;1071543 wrote:You mean you guys don't pass people in the grass/median? :rolleyes:
chicago510
Posts: 5,728
Jan 31, 2012 8:46pm
Was going to post exactly this. On two laned 71 I drive in the left lane because I drive faster than 90% of the traffic. Whenever I see a 10%er come anywhere near me I get over to the right.dlazz;1071542 wrote:I cruise in the left lane, but I move out of the way if some tool wants to drive 85 in the left-most lane.
I typically go 77ish.