We’ve had an awful lot of fun over the past month and year learning more about speed, the nature of racing, an the various types of auto racing. We’ve even talked about the idiocy of street racing. I thought it would be fitting before I headed off to a New Year’s Eve party to talk a little bit about the importance of safety when it comes to street racing.
Obviously the most important factor here is to not do it. There are traffic regulations that prohibit street racing because it is dangerous to other drivers. Drivers caught racing get fined and get demerit points on their licenses. Some drivers get thrown in jail. This means thousands upon thousands of dollars in higher insurance premiums for innocent drivers like you and me.
We all know that dangerous driving of any kind comes with a heavy price. We put lives at risk when we speed or don’t pay enough attention. Whenever you are driving, keep your full attention on the road, don’t speed, and watch the control of your vehicle. Especially on a night like tonight, safe driving is an imperative that all of us who have the privilege to drive need to exercise.
Take caution, be safe, and leave speeding and racing to the professionals. For fun with racing, check out ARCA Racing and their events from Cherry Hill to Turnersville.
Happy New Year! And thanks so much for reading!