Working and running my errands in Orlando requires a lot of time on the road. Traveling to and from work, I have come to the conclusion that there are three types of drivers: The tunnel vision driver, the race-against-time driver, and the brake friendly driver.
The tunnel vision driver usually locates his or herself in the left lane. They go under the speed limit and pay attention to what's in front of them only. Traveling at a slow pace, they believe that only one person exists on the road and that remains them. Tunnel vision drivers make the flow of traffic in consistent and rigid. The idea of "passing people" does not happen when this type of driver occupies the street. When changing lanes, they make a quick, abrupt swerve to the right causing anyone in their path to run off the road. Tunnel vision drivers cause traffic to back up.
The second type of driver feeds off of the slower drivers. The race-against-time driver can be found in the fast or the slow lane whichever quicker of the two. This type of driver always goes at least ten miles per hour over the speed limit. Traveling at a fast rate, they dodge any car in their path and try to beat the clock. Race-against-time drivers make the other drivers on edge and nervous. Instead of changing lanes, they insist on following close behind the car in front of them till intimidation takes over and the driver switches lanes. Dodging cars in their path, these types of drivers add to the chaotic manner of traffic in Merritt Island.
Finally, the third type of driver, called the brake friendly driver makes their way through the left lane. They act overly cautious and concentrate on any potential hazard. If brake lights appear a mile ahead, they automatically slam on brakes to avoid an accident. Their speed fluctuates while driving. When a speed limit sign comes into view, they quickly step on the brakes. Green and yellow mean stop to them. When ch...