Stupid Driver Tricks

[stickmaker]

I've come to a realization. I have noticed an increasing tendency for drivers to not slow when traffic ahead of them does, and to cut a chord across a sharp turn (especially at intersections) instead of following the curve. I understand, now, that most people want to vary from a straight, steady course as little as possible. Because changing course or speed requires making a decision and using judgment to determine what to do. And BOY are those unaccustomed labors for most people...

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[scott644.livejournal.com]

Not slowing down to account for visible upcoming problems is pretty bad. Cutting corners (so long as you're on pavement, and don't cut anybody off) is better and easier for most cars however, putting less strain on brakes, tires, suspension, stearing, and goodness knows whatever else. Not much less strain, but every little bit of babying adds with every other little bit. Still, I doubt that's the majority reason and I suspect you're probably correct.