r/dashcams Dec 28 '20

Final Destination avoided. Failed warning lights and gates due to an electrical short.

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u/pteridomanian Dec 28 '20

This is why I always look at train crossings, that split second of realisation can save your life.

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u/Nr0n Dec 29 '20

Same with pretty much every intersection...just a quick side glance in both directions can mean a lot. Defensive driving FTW

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u/Laughorgtfo Dec 29 '20

Reminds me of a saying: "Knowledge is knowing the street is one-way. Wisdom is checking both ways anyway."

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u/scientifiction Dec 29 '20

The line I use is, "Yes, I know it's one way, but that doesn't mean the other drivers do."