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Old 06-16-20, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Equinox
On a two lane road , with each lane going in the opposite direction, if there is an obstacle to the oncoming traffic (ambulance, delivery truck, utility truck, bicyclist, etc), the oncoming car will INVARIABLY, cross over the center line forcing traffic on to the opposite shoulder in order to avoid a head on. This action is as certain as the rising of the sun. It occurs without exception. The possibility of slowing down, stopping, and maintaining their own lane is utterly unfathomable. It's not an option.
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I can't recall seeing this behavior. Certainly not a normal practice in CA, AZ, UT, TX, MA, OR, VT CT and more. In all cases I have encountered if there is opposing traffic the driver behind the obstacle will wait until clear.
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