Tesla

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I passed a Tesla in lane 2 on the M40 earlier, with the driver either asleep or reading a very good book on his lap. I watched him for about 20 seconds from just behind him in lane 3 before pulling some way in front of him and gently slowing so his car closed the gap, at which point he looked up, I guess some sort of alarm went off in his vehicle.

These driver aids may have a place if they increase overall safety, however my fears are that this sort of behaviour may be encouraged by their presence. There's a lot more involved in safe motorway driving than keeping between the lines and not hitting the car directly in front.

I'm interested to know if anybody else has made similar observations.