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Feb 2, 2016 | 01:26 PM

#21

DJS

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From: Metrowest Boston

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Originally Posted by LobsterClaws

That goes for every generation. 9/10 people I see driving terribly are on their phones.

I can't wait for phone use while driving to be the equivalent of a DUI in terms of punishment.

The MA senate just passed a hands-free-only law - still needs to pass the house, and be signed by the governor. Also applies to entering an address into a GPS while driving.
Massachusetts Senate passes ban on use of handheld phones while driving | masslive.com

Feb 2, 2016 | 02:08 PM

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superq7

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From: Bristol UK

As you probably know we have had these laws in the UK for years the trouble is lots of morons take no notice i.e. texting and talking on mobiles while driving but if they get caught their in big trouble, at least 3 points on their licence a fine and much bigger insurance bills.

Feb 2, 2016 | 02:36 PM

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Bret_T

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From: Georgia

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Originally Posted by SoCalJagS

Yes the texting while driving is insane. I see a lot of people texting with their phones in their laps while driving. At the risk of sounding sexist, I see this with more women than men. I can't think of anything so important you have to risk your life and those of others.

sexism definition. The belief that one sex (usually the male) is naturally superior to the other and should dominate most important areas of political, economic, and social life.

Nothing wrong about stating a simple observation. You wouldn't be racist if you said that there are more black basketball players in the NBA than Asian basketball players. This is no different. On the other hand, if you said that men are better drivers because they are better at not getting distracted by their cell phones, then some (not me) might consider that sexist.

Feb 2, 2016 | 02:41 PM

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LobsterClaws

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Originally Posted by Uk2usa

But as far as Valet parking is concerned, I'm always wary of where I let them park it for me, in my original post it was at Mastro's and I've got to know the Guys. They park Cars worth several times more than our F-Type on a daily basis.

That's pretty much the criteria I use for valets, stereo shops, detailers, etc. Anyone I let touch my car.

If they are used to working with Ferraris, Lambos, Bentleys, etc. then they get to touch my F-Type. If not, hands off.

Fortunately I live in an area where there's lots of people with that kind of expertise.

Feb 2, 2016 | 05:15 PM

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hardwired

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From: SF Bay Area

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Originally Posted by AnD3rew

I am beginning to think I need to sell mine, just getting too common. I see another one about one a fortnight ocassionally and it's not the same one every time. Went for a nice weekend drive with the Mrs Just the other day and there was a nice coupe coming the other way.

Just get the Alfa Romeo 4c. It looks stylish enough to attract attention, but you'll be the only guy who bothers buying one.