PC Paul
No, I PREFER if drivers would follow the HC. Joining drivers need a small adjustment of speed to join safely - much less danger than a driver feeling they have to move to lane two "to make it easy".
As I said, drivers will often move to lane two when it is isn't safe to do so. Tailgating, lack of observation and anticipation by many drivers, often leads to braking behind the slip, in response to the driver "making it easy".
That makes complete sense. Your already in lane 2 so no chance of confusing (shouldn't happen, but it does) drivers with a lane change. When you can confirm the slip is clear, move to lane 1.
If you weren't going to lane two anyway, why not just ease off the gas and allow them to merge?
Is it just me 492On Sun, 13 Aug 2006, MrBitsy I don't think this kind of black and white atbreastude helps anyone. Yes, the cars next to the slip road don't have to move over, and yes, the cars...
Is it just me 493According to my calculations, ( probably not 100pc watertight ) any car capable of 0 to 60mph in 15secs or less will make it from...
I agree with this. If the joining driver isn't going to give way, then you will need to adjust speed or change lanes too maintain safety.
Yes, drivers on all types of roads are in their own little territorial bubble - reluctent to give way.
The HC is clear that joining drivers need to adjust their speed to join safely. If they do not do this, I will do whatever is required to maintain safety for me and other road users. This will include adjusting speed or changing lanes.
When I take them onto a duel carriageway for the first time, I will give them a briefing. The briefing will explain the importance of observation to find a safe gap to merge into. This may mean entering the carriageway straight away, waiting for a gap and accelerating into it or giving way if there is no gap.
-- MrBitsy
