So, I haven't written much lately. I am now going to embark on my first part of my "Guide to Drivers of the Mid-Atlantic Region". Mid-Atlantic drivers are pretty bad, and this guide is merely a reference to behaviors one is more likely to observe based upon the state that issued the license plate. It is neither all-encompassing nor is it intended to apply stereotypes to any group of people. I've just noticed that if the license plates say they are from a particular state, a certain behavior when driving is more likely to be exhibited. Since I live in Maryland, I shall begin with my neighboring states:

 

1. Pennsylvania - these drivers do not like to do less than 75 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone when outside of their home state. Once you cross that border on 83 into PA, expect their speed to plummet to 48 mph.

 

2. Virginia - we can call Virginians the "Anti-Pennsylvanians". Expect them to drive slowly when out of state, then create their very own sonic booms when in their home state.

 

3. Delaware - these drivers love to pass people, then change lanes to get in front of the recent passees. At that point the speed drops to just below the speed limit. Pass them, and watch the process repeat.

 

4. New Jersey - the NJ turnpike is one of the most boring places to drive, and it seems to go on forever. As such, NJ drivers conduct themselves as if they're forever trying to get off the turnpike. Zig-zagging, weaving, cutting people off, all at speeds of around 90 mph. They hate being on the road, and want to be at their destination NOW.

 

5. North Carolina - Not bad, just taking their time. They like to explore new things, such as the "fast lane". They will not drive faster when then change lanes into it, as they feel the best way to appreciate the fast lane is at a nice leisurely pace (bet on 45 in a 55 mph zone). Also, they seem to feel that the safest place to be is in someone's blind spot (aka "diagonal following pattern").

 

Part 2 coming soon...