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I got caught by a mobile camera doing 37 in a 30 zone. I had turned left onto the road and was in no particular rush just plodding along building up speed until I see a van driver hanging out he's window waving his arm up and down and another car behind flashing his lights. He was really animated so I look across thinking 'what the hells going on'? There were no cars in front of me at that point, but crucially my bloody diesel came on boost at 1500rpm and as I was distracted I didn't lift off in time, hence the speed.
Yes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
Yes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
Warnie said:
I got caught by a mobile camera doing 37 in a 30 zone. I had turned left onto the road and was in no particular rush just plodding along building up speed until I see a van driver hanging out he's window waving his arm up and down and another car behind flashing his lights. He was really animated so I look across thinking 'what the hells going on'? There were no cars in front of me at that point, but crucially my bloody diesel came on boost at 1500rpm and as I was distracted I didn't lift off in time, hence the speed.
Yes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
Yes what your are saying sounds very reasonable to be, I think you'll get off.Yes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
Warnie said:
I got caught by a mobile camera doing 37 in a 30 zone. I had turned left onto the road and was in no particular rush just plodding along building up speed until I see a van driver hanging out he's window waving his arm up and down and another car behind flashing his lights. He was really animated so I look across thinking 'what the hells going on'? There were no cars in front of me at that point, but crucially my bloody diesel came on boost at 1500rpm and as I was distracted I didn't lift off in time, hence the speed.
Yes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
I'd share the blame equally betweenYes I know I'll get stick for this post, but my point is that if that mobile detection camera wasn't there, I would not have had cars and vans trying to get my attention, distracting me and therefore would have been able to keep an eye on my speed. As anyone will know with a turbo engine, they come on boost as the revs rise without any extra pressing of the accelerator. A few years back I was used to people warning me, but since the resession hit we don't see many if any mobile cameras about anymore.
(i) the people that were distracting you
(ii) designers of turbo diesel cars
(iii) the 'scamerati'
(iv) the bankers for causing the resession
(v) Gordon Brown (where there's blame, our Gordon can usually be found nearby)
However it's definitely definitely not your fault.
I've successfully sued a driver approaching who tried to warn me of an approaching speed camera under the same circumstances in a civil case. Got awarded damages from him to cover the fine, cost of three points in increased insurance premiums for five years and a small element of exemplary damages. Let me know if you want my Solicitor's details...
Disco You said:
Just make sure to try this as your statement "I was distracted by two people telling me to slow down, so I accidentally floored it. Obviously, it wasn't my fault."
You don't understand. His car accelerated without him pressing the pedal down any further. That sort of thing should just NOT happen.I am now sure the OP is on a wind-up
KungFuPanda said:
I've successfully sued a driver approaching who tried to warn me of an approaching speed camera under the same circumstances in a civil case. Got awarded damages from him to cover the fine, cost of three points in increased insurance premiums for five years and a small element of exemplary damages. Let me know if you want my Solicitor's details...
Really ?? You sound like a barrel of laughs if some-one flashing lights causes you such distraction that you feel the need to sue them. In your situation, how the hell did you record sufficient information to even think about pursuing the offending motorist before you even knew about a potential speeding ticket heading your way ??delboy735 said:
KungFuPanda said:
I've successfully sued a driver approaching who tried to warn me of an approaching speed camera under the same circumstances in a civil case. Got awarded damages from him to cover the fine, cost of three points in increased insurance premiums for five years and a small element of exemplary damages. Let me know if you want my Solicitor's details...
Really ?? You sound like a barrel of laughs if some-one flashing lights causes you such distraction that you feel the need to sue them. In your situation, how the hell did you record sufficient information to even think about pursuing the offending motorist before you even knew about a potential speeding ticket heading your way ??delboy735 said:
KungFuPanda said:
I've successfully sued a driver approaching who tried to warn me of an approaching speed camera under the same circumstances in a civil case. Got awarded damages from him to cover the fine, cost of three points in increased insurance premiums for five years and a small element of exemplary damages. Let me know if you want my Solicitor's details...
Really ?? You sound like a barrel of laughs if some-one flashing lights causes you such distraction that you feel the need to sue them. In your situation, how the hell did you record sufficient information to even think about pursuing the offending motorist before you even knew about a potential speeding ticket heading your way ??Countdown said:
You don't understand. His car accelerated without him pressing the pedal down any further. That sort of thing should just NOT happen.
I am now sure the OP is on a wind-up
Not a wind up. Honest!I am now sure the OP is on a wind-up
When a turbo car comes on boost your speed goes up without pressing the accerator any further. I was driving an 02 plate ford galaxy with the VW TDI engine that does nothing below 1600 to 1700rpm then all the torque comes all at once. At which point you ease off a bit.
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