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    6 days ago

    Always remember you’re driving a large metal thing that weight 1-2 metric tons and carry a lot of energy. Increasing speed by x2 means increasing braking distance by x4.

    To get a sense of the energy in a moving car, cut the engine, put it on neutral on a flat parking lot. Try pushing it forward with your bare hands. Now imagine the energy needed to move or stop a car at full speed.