[TheForge] OT - The science of driving.

[Andy Vida]

Bill Alleman wrote:

>  >     The consequences do not seem to have an appreciable
>  >     effect on the driving population.  Not sure why because they
>  >     are pretty draconian in some cases, especially for DWI, yet
>  >     people still drive drunk as a shyte here with no apparent regard
>  >     for the welfare of others.
> 
> Precisely my point. No thought, no consideration, no regard, no
> appreciation of consequences. Devoid of the thought process. "I have a
> right!"

	I agree, but the problem isn't with the level of knowledge
	required for obtaining licensure, it is with the consequences
	of driving badly.  Nobody gives a shyte about $$ fines... at
	least not enough to change their habits, often enough.  Make
	it hurt intolerably and by miracle of miracles, people will
	change their ways.  Not having their car will be intolerable
	to most.  Having to bum rides to work for a month or take the
	bus will be intolerable for most, as far as I can tell.