angrybird Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Yesterday at 5.30 am along Expressway 7. raining and dark, at 80km'hour, the minibus driver started to scroll through his cellphone pix to show and discuss with the passenger alongside him. As usual like most drivers he was too close to vehicle in front. I remonstrated with him in sign language, and he grumpily put the phone away. I would have liked to disembark but..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanno Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 At least he wasn't talking on his other phone at the same time.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Totster Posted July 30, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2013 At least he was awake... totster 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Driving and reading the map inside city was always very difficult for me..... Some people can handle the microscope with the left hand and look with the left eye and draw what they see with the right hand and watch it with the right eye. I could only by switching my attention between every second but never real dual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hanno Posted July 30, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Looking at the carnage on Thailand's roads, most Thais cannot multi-task like that either. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Looking at the carnage on Thailand's roads, most Thais cannot multi-task like that either. But evolution at work...in 1000 years all can the others are extinguished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Payboy Posted July 30, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Looking at the carnage on Thailand's roads, most Thais cannot multi-task like that either. Sure they can. They just can't drive while multi-tasking. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrry Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Looking at the carnage on Thailand's roads, most Thais cannot multi-task like that either. But evolution at work...in 1000 years all can the others are extinguished. In 1000 years that will be an obsolete redundant skill as everything will be done for us by multitaking robots anyway. I just cannot wait to see that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurnell Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I took a bus from Sydney to Melbourne many years ago and the driver was all over the road, busy reading something while he drove. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kan Win Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I take photos whilst driving, not recommended by the way if you do not know the road nor the traffic. Have a look at the link below:- http://www.pbase.com/win13/bang_kok Win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I take photos whilst driving, not recommended by the way if you do not know the road nor the traffic. Not recommended even if you do 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gsxrnz Posted July 30, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2013 Why was the minibus driver going so slow - 80klm/h is virtually reverse for those suicide jockeys. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevvy Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 you are alive to talk to us about it .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tw25rw Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 What I hate is when they go insanely fast, faster than the rest of the traffic, along the hard shoulder with a drop to the side. So if someone moves across without looking, over you go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Why was the minibus driver going so slow - 80klm/h is virtually reverse for those suicide jockeys. because he watched the photos, discussed them with the passengers, spoke on the other phone with mia noi and watched a movie while changing the radio station. So he had to reduce speed from 160 to 80 because "Safety first" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelSong Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Why was the minibus driver going so slow - 80klm/h is virtually reverse for those suicide jockeys. because he watched the photos, discussed them with the passengers, spoke on the other phone with mia noi and watched a movie while changing the radio station. So he had to reduce speed from 160 to 80 because "Safety first" But he was obeying the second minibusdriver rule: drive as close as possible to the vehicle in front, and if you have hands free, flash your headlights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotswahay Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Once I got cut up by an idiot driving too fast while using his mobile phone. I got such a fright my bowl of cornflakes spilled all over my lap & the newspaper I was reading flew out the window! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overherebc Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I take photos whilst driving, not recommended by the way if you do not know the road nor the traffic. Not recommended even if you do Can you make a fast decision ? Driving at 80kph plus, the vehicle in front suddenly comes to screeching halt. You have two Vindaloo take-aways on the passenger seat. They are not held down in any way. Answers please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nong38 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Always wear your seat belt, you have better chance than the locals of staying alive. The pictures were really good though..............big car smash!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nong38 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Why was the minibus driver going so slow - 80klm/h is virtually reverse for those suicide jockeys. because he watched the photos, discussed them with the passengers, spoke on the other phone with mia noi and watched a movie while changing the radio station. So he had to reduce speed from 160 to 80 because "Safety first" But he was obeying the second minibusdriver rule: drive as close as possible to the vehicle in front, and if you have hands free, flash your headlights. The hands free is that for the phone or the steering wheel or both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andre0720 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 " and he grumpily put the phone away." That would be considered a success. The last time I clearly showed my disapproval to someone driving and talking on the phone, the person had no idea what problem there might be... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shurup Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Looking at the carnage on Thailand's roads, most Thais cannot multi-task like that either. Sure they can. They just can't drive while multi-tasking. Or they just can't drive... :-) Sent from my GT-I9100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosatisfaction Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Driving and reading the map inside city was always very difficult for me..... Some people can handle the microscope with the left hand and look with the left eye and draw what they see with the right hand and watch it with the right eye. I could only by switching my attention between every second but never real dual. Ok, but you don't have the necessary protection from Budha, do we have to understand you work in a lab? just kidding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosatisfaction Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Why was the minibus driver going so slow - 80klm/h is virtually reverse for those suicide jockeys. because he watched the photos, discussed them with the passengers, spoke on the other phone with mia noi and watched a movie while changing the radio station. So he had to reduce speed from 160 to 80 because "Safety first" Ah, now I understand better the train accident in Spain last week , where the driver left close to 80 dead and about the same amount seriously injured. For once not a joke. By the way , the guy is free for the moment. Not only Thailand has idiots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosatisfaction Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 Always wear your seat belt, you have better chance than the locals of staying alive. The pictures were really good though..............big car smash!! If possible also helmet, and condom, you never know what you hit until you do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry001 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 We can all joke and laugh. But it is serious. I will not travel by mini bus anymore. Also avoid taxis on highways. Only use drivers l know. Mad suicidal country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I have seen a girl driving the motorbike at 50-60 km/h in dense traffic and writing SMS (or facebook or whatever) at the same time. I really can't multi-task like that. Driving and reading the map inside city was always very difficult for me..... Some people can handle the microscope with the left hand and look with the left eye and draw what they see with the right hand and watch it with the right eye. I could only by switching my attention between every second but never real dual. Ok, but you don't have the necessary protection from Budha, do we have to understand you work in a lab? just kidding aaaahhh right you need an Amulett that protects you from accidents... not anymore in the lab..... I just learned for the lab but work something different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 We can all joke and laugh. But it is serious. I will not travel by mini bus anymore. Also avoid taxis on highways. Only use drivers l know. Mad suicidal country I recall three things: Traveled in the middle of the night to the airport. Taxi did not take the highway to save my money, than because of a misunderstanding thought I am already late and speed 130 down the small streets.... Taxi had a massive bubble on the surface of the tire. that didn't stop him to speed whatever the car could do. Taxi had the "synchron rings" broken in the gear box. So need to double press clutch (and for down speed up the engine) on switching gears. As well the brake leak, so he had to full press it once, release it and than he could use it. In the dense traffic in Thailand he worked like on a keyboard with his feet..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malcoml Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 On a recent border run I paid extra thinking I would get a better service and driver. No this guy was watching movies as we drove and then got busted shortly after we left the check point with an overload of cigarettes. 40,194 was his fine for the day. I took a bus to Sariburi and the driver had an incident with another driver so they began swerving at each other and he pulled a small bat out to start swerving this at the other driver. All the other passengers just sat there quiet. I spotted the first driver again at the border and he again had a bag load of cigarettes. He burst into laughter, some never learn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malcoml Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 One more. I invited my family over to visit me and we took a trip to Hua Hin. Taxi broke down half way and he said sorry I not service it for one year. I was like is this car even that old? He said yes I mean sorry I never service this car from when buy new. We sat on the side of the road for two hours why he tried to arrange one of his mates to pick us up this ensuring he was still fully paid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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