Drivers who don't signal - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

icedragon · 10-05-2005, 03:09 PM

I just hate people who don't signal when changing lanes. When they're far away, I don't care. But sometimes, some jerks cut in front of me (even though there's not enough room) without signalling and I have to abruptly brake or I'll hit them.

I find this inconsiderate trend particularly true of some BMW drivers. Is it that hard to signal? The E46 turn signals were easy to use, so there's no excuse. However, the E90 turn signals do take some getting used to, so I could understand, but still, it's rather inconsiderate.

Broken1 · 10-05-2005, 03:25 PM

I find Mercedes Benz drivers don't indicate in South Africa. It kills me!!!

Alot of my friend tell me BMW drivers are so terrible, but I don't see it. I think it's that other BM drivers show me respect - whereas they don't show "as much" respect to other cars.

I always indicate and am always curtious to other drivers! *noddy badge*

dmg · 10-05-2005, 04:04 PM

I hate when you DO use your blinkers and try to merge or change lanes and some people are still jerks and react like they have entitlment to the road in front of them. I guess they can't judge distance or have no hand/eye cordination.

I don't mind the non blinkers as much, but getting cut off does suck. Especially those big a** trucks that are jacked up and drive 100mph.

ska325xi · 10-05-2005, 04:05 PM

cant believe ppl are b1tching about blinkers..ahahhahaha

"I got 99 problems but the Blinker ain't one...Hit Me!" :rocks:

fredtoo · 10-05-2005, 04:34 PM

You may want to avoid New Jersey at all costs.
Using blinkers here is a sign of weakness.

Squawks · 10-05-2005, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ska

"I got 99 problems but the Blinker ain't one...Hit Me!" :rocks:

saalim · 10-05-2005, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fredtoo

You may want to avoid New Jersey at all costs.
Using blinkers here is a sign of weakness.

:rocks:

new0rder · 10-05-2005, 09:38 PM

NYC law require u signal before change lane.

cannonspike22 · 10-06-2005, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by new0rder

NYC law require u signal before change lane.

umm.. i would suppose that every state in the US require u signal before changing lanes.

just a thought

Oz · 10-06-2005, 01:40 AM

I haven't noticed this much at Buffalo but it's definitely a problem when I drive to work everyday at NYC/NJ during the summers...Gotta love the cab drivers!

But I never had problem with other BMW drivers yet...

David328M-Sport · 10-06-2005, 02:04 AM

I think that the e90 indicator activation is very easy to use. Granted one can get a little confused if you indicate one way and want to cancel the indication. Takes a little getting used to but I like the 3 blink lane chane operation. I use it fairly regularly.

I think people all over the world will find that other drivers in their city/country dont indicate. Then there are many who do, just like me.

3 blinks for our e90s
blink, blink....hooray; blink, blink....hooray; blink, blink....hooray;

Oz · 10-06-2005, 02:07 AM

I agree David. I am a lot better at the indicator activation after 2 months of driving. I definitely agree that it's been very useful!

renaissance · 10-06-2005, 03:38 AM

Some people who drive lorry are also dangerous drivers. They like to follow you and you're forced to change you lane because they use blinkers. After you leave their eye sight, they can drive faster away

Tykes22 · 10-06-2005, 04:07 AM

I think this is an issue of personal dicipline and responsible driving. The car brand and type has nothing to do with this.

MCS · 10-06-2005, 07:34 AM

Sign of weakness is correct, there's a lot of drivers in NJ that will speed up to not let you in if you signal ahead of time. They will block you, esp if its busy and during rush hour. You have to make sure there's a gap and signal/turn at the same time.

Too many uptight and assinine people out here in the NY metro region that can't bear the thought of having someone move in front of them.

cannonspike22 · 10-06-2005, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MCS

Sign of weakness is correct, there's a lot of drivers in NJ that will speed up to not let you in if you signal ahead of time. They will block you, esp if its busy and during rush hour. You have to make sure there's a gap and signal/turn at the same time.

Too many uptight and assinine people out here in the NY metro region that can't bear the thought of having someone move in front of them.

just doesnt make any sense, are all NJ drivers this rude?

eimSD · 10-06-2005, 05:56 PM

I especially hate it when I'm wanting to make a left turn, and the oncoming car turns left also, but didn't bother signaling the fact, of course making me wait to make my turn until he actually makes his, if he'd only signaled I could have gotten through the intersection that much sooner...

FABSAN · 10-06-2005, 06:29 PM

guilty

Choon · 10-06-2005, 06:36 PM

i do

..

i try to use it always, but i havent gotten used to it

i mean, its not like i rush in and cut the driver to get in

, on highways i use them all the time since its not stop and go traffic

Choon · 10-06-2005, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eimSD

I especially hate it when I'm wanting to make a left turn, and the oncoming car turns left also, but didn't bother signaling the fact, of course making me wait to make my turn until he actually makes his, if he'd only signaled I could have gotten through the intersection that much sooner...

i hear you, i get that alot :rocks:

shimshimhada · 10-06-2005, 09:31 PM

Yeah, they don't really bug me when there's a good distance, but...some people do it so abruptly it makes me so mad.

Nonetheless, I try my best to make others have a pleasant commute when they're around me. When others also show driving etiquette, it makes my day a little better.

StewtheBassman · 10-06-2005, 10:13 PM

I'm buying an E90 just for those magic turn signals...maybe now I can reach that damn thing even with my cell phone, Big Mac and coke in hand, knee steering the car.

10-05-2005, 03:25 PM	#2
Broken1 E90 Addict Drives: E90 325i Sparking Graphite Join Date: May 2005 Location: Johannesburg Posts: 2,041 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 Mazda MX-5 [0.00] 2005 (MY2006) BMW 320d [0.00]	I find Mercedes Benz drivers don't indicate in South Africa. It kills me!!! Alot of my friend tell me BMW drivers are so terrible, but I don't see it. I think it's that other BM drivers show me respect - whereas they don't show "as much" respect to other cars. I always indicate and am always curtious to other drivers! noddy badge __________________ Broken1.e90post.com / First Meet 11 June Photo's

10-05-2005, 04:05 PM	#4
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10-06-2005, 01:40 AM	#10
Oz Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ Posts: 1,770 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I haven't noticed this much at Buffalo but it's definitely a problem when I drive to work everyday at NYC/NJ during the summers...Gotta love the cab drivers! But I never had problem with other BMW drivers yet... __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter

10-06-2005, 02:04 AM	#11
David328M-Sport Brigadier General Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia Posts: 3,171 iTrader: (0)	I think that the e90 indicator activation is very easy to use. Granted one can get a little confused if you indicate one way and want to cancel the indication. Takes a little getting used to but I like the 3 blink lane chane operation. I use it fairly regularly. I think people all over the world will find that other drivers in their city/country dont indicate. Then there are many who do, just like me. 3 blinks for our e90s blink, blink....hooray; blink, blink....hooray; blink, blink....hooray; __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect.

10-06-2005, 02:07 AM	#12
Oz Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ Posts: 1,770 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I agree David. I am a lot better at the indicator activation after 2 months of driving. I definitely agree that it's been very useful! __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter

10-05-2005, 04:04 PM	#3
dmg Enlisted Member Drives: bimmer Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	I hate when you DO use your blinkers and try to merge or change lanes and some people are still jerks and react like they have entitlment to the road in front of them. I guess they can't judge distance or have no hand/eye cordination. I don't mind the non blinkers as much, but getting cut off does suck. Especially those big a** trucks that are jacked up and drive 100mph.

10-05-2005, 04:34 PM	#5
fredtoo First Lieutenant Drives: 325 328 350 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: nj Posts: 340 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1986 328 [0.00] 2006 325 [0.00]	You may want to avoid New Jersey at all costs. Using blinkers here is a sign of weakness.

10-05-2005, 09:38 PM	#8
new0rder Lowlife Republic Drives: 06 325XI Monaco Blue Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 82 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325xi [0.00]	NYC law require u signal before change lane.

10-06-2005, 03:38 AM	#13
renaissance Private Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Taipei Posts: 75 iTrader: (0)	Some people who drive lorry are also dangerous drivers. They like to follow you and you're forced to change you lane because they use blinkers. After you leave their eye sight, they can drive faster away

10-06-2005, 04:07 AM	#14
Tykes22 Private Drives: 2006 E90 -330i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Switzerland Posts: 85 iTrader: (0)	I think this is an issue of personal dicipline and responsible driving. The car brand and type has nothing to do with this.

10-06-2005, 07:34 AM	#15
MCS e90 newbie Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 439 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Sign of weakness is correct, there's a lot of drivers in NJ that will speed up to not let you in if you signal ahead of time. They will block you, esp if its busy and during rush hour. You have to make sure there's a gap and signal/turn at the same time. Too many uptight and assinine people out here in the NY metro region that can't bear the thought of having someone move in front of them. __________________ E90 TiAg 330i ZSP, ZPP, ZCW 6sd Manual, Nav & Satellite (for Stern!), Black leather w/ Poplar

10-06-2005, 05:56 PM	#17
eimSD Enlisted Member Drives: Arctic 325i Join Date: May 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 39 iTrader: (0)	I especially hate it when I'm wanting to make a left turn, and the oncoming car turns left also, but didn't bother signaling the fact, of course making me wait to make my turn until he actually makes his, if he'd only signaled I could have gotten through the intersection that much sooner...

10-06-2005, 06:29 PM	#18
FABSAN Enlisted Member Drives: 06 325i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New York Posts: 38 iTrader: (0)	guilty __________________ '06 325i Jet Black, Premium, Sports, Cold Weather, Steptronic, Black on Black, Poplar

10-06-2005, 06:36 PM	#19
Choon Boost Me! Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 108 iTrader: (0)	i do .. i try to use it always, but i havent gotten used to it i mean, its not like i rush in and cut the driver to get in , on highways i use them all the time since its not stop and go traffic

10-06-2005, 09:31 PM	#21
shimshimhada Brigadier General Drives: Portal Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Portal Posts: 4,840 iTrader: (2)	Yeah, they don't really bug me when there's a good distance, but...some people do it so abruptly it makes me so mad. Nonetheless, I try my best to make others have a pleasant commute when they're around me. When others also show driving etiquette, it makes my day a little better.

10-06-2005, 10:13 PM	#22
StewtheBassman Major General Drives: 04 X5 3.0, 07 530xiT Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hudson, Quebec Posts: 6,386 iTrader: (1)	I'm buying an E90 just for those magic turn signals...maybe now I can reach that damn thing even with my cell phone, Big Mac and coke in hand, knee steering the car. __________________

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