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Title: Unbelievable!
Post by: Auto Addict on 01 January 2009, 09:52:10
Yesterday morning I had to go out at about 08:30.

It was extremely foggy and icey around where I live.

Couldn't believe the number of cars driving about with no lights, and an even greater number that hadn't de-iced all ther windows before setting off.

Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: LaserLance on 01 January 2009, 09:58:59
Yeah its amazing how stupid some car drivers are  >:( >:( but it always seems they cause accidents but never seem to suffer the consecuenses,some other poor sod gets it through their crass stupidity and ignorance
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: hotel21 on 01 January 2009, 10:00:32
I was down Manchester way yesterday and the temp was down to minus 6 with freezing fog.  Cold enough to freeze screenwash, judging by the number of folks driving around through really manky screens that were barely touched by the wipers, safe effect as if the washer bottle was dry....   :(
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: Auto Addict on 01 January 2009, 10:04:49
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I was down Manchester way yesterday and the temp was down to minus 6 with freezing fog.  Cold enough to freeze screenwash, judging by the number of folks driving around through really manky screens that were barely touched by the wipers, safe effect as if the washer bottle was dry....   :(

You have to remember that the sceenwash fill is part of the annual service..... ::)
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: gwa on 01 January 2009, 10:43:11
Went to the shops yesterday (Wednesday) and on the way home (12-ish) there was a queue of traffic. There was 3 or 4 plod standing in the road and few others around the general area and also a camera man.....

I was forced to stop (in turn) and a very nice officer said "Good morning sir, sorry to delay your journey! We are just trying to ensure that everyone drives safely over the Christmas & New Year, tell me, have you had anything to drink last night or today?". I felt like saying yeah! 20 cups of tea, but thought better of it (no-one likes a smart@rse). Anyway, he thanked me, wished me Happy New Year and I was on my way again.

Still if this is the approach to catch DUI drivers or those without insurance/tax etc, then 'bring it on'
 :y :y :y :y :y :y
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: TheBoy on 01 January 2009, 10:48:07
Mrs TheBoy's early morning trip to Banbury yesterday was delayed until I was able to get some charge into the car that was blocking the other 2 on the driveway...  ...really must replace those glow plugs ::)
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: waspy on 01 January 2009, 10:51:52
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Went to the shops yesterday (Wednesday) and on the way home (12-ish) there was a queue of traffic. There was 3 or 4 plod standing in the road and few others around the general area and also a camera man.....

I was forced to stop (in turn) and a very nice officer said "Good morning sir, sorry to delay your journey! We are just trying to ensure that everyone drives safely over the Christmas & New Year, tell me, have you had anything to drink last night or today?". I felt like saying yeah! 20 cups of tea, but thought better of it (no-one likes a smart@rse). Anyway, he thanked me, wished me Happy New Year and I was on my way again.

Still if this is the approach to catch DUI drivers or those without insurance/tax etc, then 'bring it on'
 :y :y :y :y :y :y

This is a good idea & it helps to create a better relationship between the public & the Police. In the mean time, camera's are cheaper >:( >:(

Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: Martin_1962 on 01 January 2009, 11:51:00
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Mrs TheBoy's early morning trip to Banbury yesterday was delayed until I was able to get some charge into the car that was blocking the other 2 on the driveway...  ...really must replace those glow plugs ::)


Not surprised - about time you got it sorted!
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: Martin_1962 on 01 January 2009, 11:52:12
Saw loads yesterday - I just stayed full beam - but none got the idea >:(
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: kris9128 on 01 January 2009, 14:30:12
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Went to the shops yesterday (Wednesday) and on the way home (12-ish) there was a queue of traffic. There was 3 or 4 plod standing in the road and few others around the general area and also a camera man.....

I was forced to stop (in turn) and a very nice officer said "Good morning sir, sorry to delay your journey! We are just trying to ensure that everyone drives safely over the Christmas & New Year, tell me, have you had anything to drink last night or today?". I felt like saying yeah! 20 cups of tea, but thought better of it (no-one likes a smart@rse). Anyway, he thanked me, wished me Happy New Year and I was on my way again.

Still if this is the approach to catch DUI drivers or those without insurance/tax etc, then 'bring it on'
 :y :y :y :y :y :y





couldnt agree more. shame they cant do it more often and not just at christmas. but every little helps i suppose.
Title: Re: Unbelievable!
Post by: Danny on 01 January 2009, 15:28:09
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I was down Manchester way yesterday and the temp was down to minus 6 with freezing fog.  Cold enough to freeze screenwash, judging by the number of folks driving around through really manky screens that were barely touched by the wipers, safe effect as if the washer bottle was dry....   :(

i was out delivering mail in it :(