^^^ I'll agree with you there about the pulling out of parking spaces bit. I've actually had that happen many times (not just with hybrids) where I'm walking down the side of the isle - especially with back-in cars on at times where the sunlight masks the fact that the reverse lights are on. At this point it becomes the driver's fault.
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I don't know about anywhere else....... but according to FL traffic laws, the Pedestrian has the right of way in a parking lot, I will flat out walk out to cross the street if I see cars hauling ass in a PARKING LOT where there are kids with parents, and they should be driving slow.
They ALWAYS slow down as soon as I look at them, its funny.
Except this one crackheaded 16 yr old going down a wrong way, he zoomed by and goes "get out of the way!" and I ran after him screaming "say it to my faaaaaaaaaaaace"
and he hauled ass ROFL, I guess I probably did look a little psycho, but I was having a bad day (dunno)
you know what else gets me? people who ride their bike in the street, when there is a sidewalk right there, I always yell at them "use the sidewalk!!" But not because they are in my way, but because I'm sure some ass jockey isn't going to be paying attention and swipe the poor person
riding your bike on the sidewalk is illegal. sidewalks are for pedestrians only. a cop can ticket you for riding on the sidewalk (though they only do if they're being dicks)
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a person on a bike is considered a "vehicle" and actually isnt supposed to ride on the sidewalk..its illegal
edit: damn you jared...
edit: damn you jared...
Have they changed the statute? Last time I checked it was ok to ride on the sidewalk when there wasn't a designated "bike lane" on the road. Why should I put my life at risk riding on a road with no "bike lane" that gives me space not to be run over.
I think you guys should double check
I think you guys should double check
after a quick search it looks like it varies by location. for florida:
Sidewalk riding
(Section 316.2065( 10) and (11), F.S.)
When riding on a sidewalk or crosswalk, a bicyclist has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian.
Comment: Sidewalks are not designed for bicycle speeds, but bicycle use is allowed except where prohibited by local ordinance (e.g. in the central business districts of many cities). Although a cyclist riding on a sidewalk has the rights and duties of a pedestrian, he is still a "bicycle rider" and his bicycle is still a "bicycle". Consequently, laws that pertain to required equipment and to carriage of passengers (see above) are still applicable.
Since a cyclist riding on a sidewalk does not have the duties (or rights) of a driver, he may ride in either direction. (However, it is safer to ride in the direction of traffic, since drivers do not expect cyclists to come from the other direction at driveways and crosswalks.) At a signalized intersection, he must obey the instructions of any applicable pedestrian control signal. That is, he may start to cross a roadway in a crosswalk only during a steady Walk phase, if one is displayed. If no pedestrian signal is provided, the cyclist may proceed in accordance with the signal indications for the parallel roadway traffic flow (Section 316.084, F.S.).
different state laws (probably tough to find town/city specifics anywhere) http://www.bikeleague.org/action/bikelaws/state_laws.php
Sidewalk riding
(Section 316.2065( 10) and (11), F.S.)
When riding on a sidewalk or crosswalk, a bicyclist has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian.
Comment: Sidewalks are not designed for bicycle speeds, but bicycle use is allowed except where prohibited by local ordinance (e.g. in the central business districts of many cities). Although a cyclist riding on a sidewalk has the rights and duties of a pedestrian, he is still a "bicycle rider" and his bicycle is still a "bicycle". Consequently, laws that pertain to required equipment and to carriage of passengers (see above) are still applicable.
Since a cyclist riding on a sidewalk does not have the duties (or rights) of a driver, he may ride in either direction. (However, it is safer to ride in the direction of traffic, since drivers do not expect cyclists to come from the other direction at driveways and crosswalks.) At a signalized intersection, he must obey the instructions of any applicable pedestrian control signal. That is, he may start to cross a roadway in a crosswalk only during a steady Walk phase, if one is displayed. If no pedestrian signal is provided, the cyclist may proceed in accordance with the signal indications for the parallel roadway traffic flow (Section 316.084, F.S.).
different state laws (probably tough to find town/city specifics anywhere) http://www.bikeleague.org/action/bikelaws/state_laws.php
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Bwahaha, Do witnesses live in the Henry Ford era? Or the Tesla is also invisible? Except by very few cars, the majority of "modern" cars do not produce a noticeable noise when you are driving next, in front or behind them. I think there is more noise coming out of their tires against the asphalt than the actual engine...
Its like I said before....... it's a BS excuse because they weren't paying attention and hit the car (wow)
There's a saying for/amongst motorcyclists "Loud pipes save lives" And it's true because people don't often look, but they'll HEAR (for the most part)
I'm starting to assume the same is for cars, becuase I see people freaking pull out right in front of me without turn signals or anything, so I assume no one is looking and expecting others to watch out for them. I wish I could shoot someone, s***! Drives me nuts (braindead
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maybe the driver didn't know if it was on and was fumbling with the start button...(hand)
Finalized Tesla Powertrain Offers Greater Power, Range
Tesla Motors may have already sold 27 examples of its groundbreaking Roadster, but with an announcement today that a new production-spec one-speed gearbox has been approved; the company is ready to take the next step in ramping up vehicle delivery.
The new BorgWarner gearbox is part of an enhanced powertrain for the Tesla which will see the car net solid gains in both performance and efficiency. The new powertrain will boost torque from the motor by an estimated 30 percent and return a 10 percent more efficient overall mileage rating from the EPAraising the Roadsters effective range from the original 221 miles between charges to as many as 244 miles.
The tens of customers whove already taken delivery of the Roadster wont be left out in the cold either, as Tesla has promised to retrofit the new powertrain in existing vehicles free of charge, no pun intended.
With these final details now in place, Tesla hopes to begin producing its EV sports cars at the rate of 10 per week, with a goal of moving to as many as 40 per week by the early part of 2009. Said Tesla chief Zeev Drori, Now that we have a final powertrain design, in a matter of months there will be hundreds of Tesla Roadsters across the country.
Tesla Motors may have already sold 27 examples of its groundbreaking Roadster, but with an announcement today that a new production-spec one-speed gearbox has been approved; the company is ready to take the next step in ramping up vehicle delivery.
The new BorgWarner gearbox is part of an enhanced powertrain for the Tesla which will see the car net solid gains in both performance and efficiency. The new powertrain will boost torque from the motor by an estimated 30 percent and return a 10 percent more efficient overall mileage rating from the EPAraising the Roadsters effective range from the original 221 miles between charges to as many as 244 miles.
The tens of customers whove already taken delivery of the Roadster wont be left out in the cold either, as Tesla has promised to retrofit the new powertrain in existing vehicles free of charge, no pun intended.
With these final details now in place, Tesla hopes to begin producing its EV sports cars at the rate of 10 per week, with a goal of moving to as many as 40 per week by the early part of 2009. Said Tesla chief Zeev Drori, Now that we have a final powertrain design, in a matter of months there will be hundreds of Tesla Roadsters across the country.
BlackCherry06
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You know you've arrived when you can afford to buy a $100K car and pay for the service plan that requires technicians to fly to your location to service the car.
Having said that..I'd love to have one.
Having said that..I'd love to have one.
BlackCherry06
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Eh..sugardaddies are overrated. They think because they're paying the bills, that they get all the contol. Mama don't play that way.
Win the lottery so the money and control are ALL yours.
Win the lottery so the money and control are ALL yours.
BlackCherry06
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Considering its performance capabilities, I'd have no problem dropping some lottery winnings on one.
One thing that puzzles me about the transmission issue. How can a one-speed transmission possibly extract more torque from the motor than a 2-speed? I thought the purpose of having multiple cogs is to ensure you have power down low and speed up top. Amazing that they're getting both from one cog.
One thing that puzzles me about the transmission issue. How can a one-speed transmission possibly extract more torque from the motor than a 2-speed? I thought the purpose of having multiple cogs is to ensure you have power down low and speed up top. Amazing that they're getting both from one cog.
