Everything I need to know about driving I learned from LA drivers.
Veer. Especially when there's no reason for it.
If the space is too small you should still try to parallel park.
Buses can drag race.
No matter what, always slow down and gawk at a car on the side of the highway. You never know, there might be something cool.
Don't get out of the way, especially if you're going 10 mph slower than the posted limit.
Right-hand turns from the far left lane are a fantastic idea.
If you don't know where you are, stop in the middle of the street and look around.
One-way streets are really just a suggestion.
It's okay to back into traffic from a driveway, other people will watch out for you.
Fire trucks are like a good blocker in football, let them clear the way and you can follow behind.
Pedestrians are invulnerable, so you don't have to watch out for them at all.
Your conversation with the person in the next car is more important than going when the light turns green.
After the red there's time for another three cars to turn left. (this is actually the only way to make a left in certain parts of LA)
When it rains act like it's your first time behind the wheel, that way you'll fit in with everybody else.
COMMUTE - there - 35 minutes back - 36 minutes
CONTRACT COUNTDOWN: 20-something days, I'm losing track...
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Lol, like another "sunshine state" I know. At least all the freeways actually move a little when they're congested. As a friend of mine says, Los Angeles knows how to use the gas pedal. In some states you're looking at a 30-40 minute parking lot every 5-10 miles on a Friday. You learn the backroads real quick...more miles, but the same amount of time without the steaming frustration.
ReplyDeleteP.S.-Don't forget that driving a motorbike is really a license to do whatever the hell you want, especially zigzagging through traffic and passing on the right.
You forgot to mention that using a turn signal is only suggested - not mandatory. And tailgating. You totally forgot that when going ten miles over the speed limit in the slow lane you must pull to the shoulder for the Mercedes on your arse. :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's best to always have a little nip before you get behind the wheel - it helps with the road rage.