Rx8 Sightings Thread
09-29-2009, 04:34 PM
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^ As far as I know we have to be hands free by Oct. 1/09
Telco's fought this tooth & nail, but the statistics won 6 to 10 ten more likely to have a accident while talking, texting, emailing, etc. etc.
That's why there's the big push from bell, rogers to go hands free e.g.. fastlane by bell.
I could be wrong on the date my wife also got a memo at work she thought it's the 28th
http://www.thestar.com/News/Ontario/article/622979
http://www.marketnews.ca/LatestNewsH...inOctober.html
Telco's fought this tooth & nail, but the statistics won 6 to 10 ten more likely to have a accident while talking, texting, emailing, etc. etc.
That's why there's the big push from bell, rogers to go hands free e.g.. fastlane by bell.
I could be wrong on the date my wife also got a memo at work she thought it's the 28th
http://www.thestar.com/News/Ontario/article/622979
http://www.marketnews.ca/LatestNewsH...inOctober.html
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09-29-2009, 07:34 PM
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Technically the law's been passed for a while... but it's still going to be 'light enforcement' (aka cops will tag you when they want to meet a quota / want to **** you off...)
Don't get me wrong, I think this law is the best thing since sliced bread (or the internet...), but the way it leaves so much space for abuse
Don't get me wrong, I think this law is the best thing since sliced bread (or the internet...), but the way it leaves so much space for abuse
09-29-2009, 10:11 PM
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call records? probably, they'll just have to specify the time and your cell phone provider will be able to verify whether you were on the phone or not...i guess?
09-30-2009, 07:45 AM
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^ so if what Eddie says its true.. how can one easily get convicted in court? Or is this one of those "absolute liability" laws like parking tickets.... you can't go to court and say that "you weren't parked there at that time, and ask the court for proof"
09-30-2009, 01:48 PM
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I've seen a couple around Guelph lately... VR on Starwood Drive in someones driveway and I keep seeing the same silver 8 in the parking lots behind the provincial govt buildings near the OVC campus (couple of kiddy seats in the back), anyone from here?
09-30-2009, 02:29 PM
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Footman.... because as usual... the court will take the cop's word over yours.
Fun fact: If you break another law (speeding, no turn signal, whatever else) while on the phone they can automatically slap on a careless driving charge.
Fun fact: If you break another law (speeding, no turn signal, whatever else) while on the phone they can automatically slap on a careless driving charge.
09-30-2009, 03:10 PM
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1. Saw a Red RX8 this afternoon turn on Spadina ave from King…I have seen you in the area a few times…are you on this forum?
2. Saw a Black RX8 in Mississauga parked next to the Failte Irish Pub (across from the Square One shopping mall)...this was last night around 7pm
2. Saw a Black RX8 in Mississauga parked next to the Failte Irish Pub (across from the Square One shopping mall)...this was last night around 7pm
09-30-2009, 04:48 PM
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cell phones ban what the issue
Re: cell phones ban(handheld device) what the issue:
It will make the roads safer for all of us. Maybe people will actually pay attention to their driving instead of texting some other idiot(who is probably also driving) while driving in the left (passing) lane at 60-80 km with a line of traffic behind them a mile long with no one in front of them for another mile.... enough is enough.
Admit it we all been there^
You can still use your handheld device just hand-free e.g. bluetooth, headsets etc.
It will make the roads safer for all of us. Maybe people will actually pay attention to their driving instead of texting some other idiot(who is probably also driving) while driving in the left (passing) lane at 60-80 km with a line of traffic behind them a mile long with no one in front of them for another mile.... enough is enough.
Admit it we all been there^
You can still use your handheld device just hand-free e.g. bluetooth, headsets etc.
09-30-2009, 10:54 PM
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As someone who works for a cell company, I have to say I'm quite happy with the law's introduction. When people are talking, they should concentrate on talking. And when they're driving, they should concentrate on driving. Seeing people driving while on the phone pisses me the **** off.
10-01-2009, 07:46 AM
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as someone who works for a cell company, i have to say i'm quite happy with the law's introduction. When people are talking, they should concentrate on talking. And when they're driving, they should concentrate on driving. Seeing people driving while on the phone pisses me the **** off.
10-02-2009, 07:55 PM
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As someone who works for a cell company, I have to say I'm quite happy with the law's introduction. When people are talking, they should concentrate on talking. And when they're driving, they should concentrate on driving. Seeing people driving while on the phone pisses me the **** off.
btw theif, what kind of hands free bluetooth device you recommend for nokia?
Other than Jawbone plz...thx!
10-02-2009, 08:17 PM
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Most Sony Ericsson headsets are pretty good. Motorola H500 is also pretty good. I have a Motorola H565 for myself, and I bought my dad a Sony Ericsson HBH-PV705. I'm not actually sure if the H565 ever came out for sale... I see stuff on Motorola's various sites that include that as a model number, but I don't seem to see it on Motorola's Canadian site.
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10-03-2009, 08:42 AM
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Wow, saw so many RX8s on my way to London and back.
On my way there, saw a VR when i was on 403, right after i got on from main street in hamilton...
On my way back saw a BB and cruised with him for a while, then when i was back in mississauga area, on 401, saw another BB (without spoiler this time)...and if you are on this forum (the 2nd BB that i saw). YOU ARE SERIOUSLY A DANGEROUS DRIVER! it's people like you who cause the stereotype that 'all' sports car drivers are reckless. you DON'T CUT INTO THE SHOULDER LANE TO PASS OTHER CARS going at abt 140-150 km/h +!!!
On my way there, saw a VR when i was on 403, right after i got on from main street in hamilton...
On my way back saw a BB and cruised with him for a while, then when i was back in mississauga area, on 401, saw another BB (without spoiler this time)...and if you are on this forum (the 2nd BB that i saw). YOU ARE SERIOUSLY A DANGEROUS DRIVER! it's people like you who cause the stereotype that 'all' sports car drivers are reckless. you DON'T CUT INTO THE SHOULDER LANE TO PASS OTHER CARS going at abt 140-150 km/h +!!!
(i was on my way to michigan through your fair country, saw the VR he wasn't game, but if it was you, you were for a bit so cheers )
10-03-2009, 11:07 AM
#1948
Josh, if you see anything you like, let me know, and I'll get it for you.
There's also a coupon you can use to get 30% off all headsets over 69.99 at Best Buy right now.
Spotted Mr. B on Yonge St. on my way to the NewMarket Best Buy. Tried to race me in his winter beater, STREET RACER!!!
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10-03-2009, 11:09 AM
#1949
Anywayz, I am around that area now, you'll see me in that Best Buy/La Paloma lot a lot, alwayz going to California Sandwiches for lunch.