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Old 02-27-2009, 08:38 AM   #1
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Exclamation Must-See Video

We are all drivers. Many of us are driving enthusiasts. Each time we're behind the wheel we make decisions that affect our safety, and the safety of those around us. Sometimes we drive carelessly or even dangerously. We don't always pay 100% attention. Sometimes we take risks we know we shouldn't.

This video was posted by one of our members (The-Ghost), but I think everyone can benefit from watching it. It's powerful, it's graphic, and it holds nothing back. If you drive, I suggest you watch it.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS1enJr49os

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Old 02-27-2009, 09:00 AM   #2
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Wow.... Def gets the point the across.
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Old 02-27-2009, 09:14 AM   #3
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Wow... That's all I got.
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Old 02-27-2009, 09:21 AM   #4
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Yeah.. the one with the rear-end collision and the look on the childs face....
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Old 02-27-2009, 09:35 AM   #5
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OMG what an eye opener. I consider myself a safe driver but I'll definitely re-evaluate my driving habits after this video. Sending the link my friends and relatives as well.
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Old 02-27-2009, 10:00 AM   #6
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This is a real eye opener. They should show this on TV's across the world to get the point out.
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Old 02-27-2009, 10:16 AM   #7
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Jesus christ... anybody who drives, especially for Long Islanders, NEED to watch this.
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Old 02-27-2009, 10:20 AM   #8
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The one video that starts at about 2:00 that has the guy and the girl on the wall and then the rolling car hits them, that was a commercial somewhere, can't remember where though.
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Old 02-27-2009, 10:21 AM   #9
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Old 02-27-2009, 10:26 AM   #10
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The one video that starts at about 2:00 that has the guy and the girl on the wall and then the rolling car hits them, that was a commercial somewhere, can't remember where though.
That scene was just horrible. That one got me.
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Old 02-27-2009, 12:17 PM   #11
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yeah that is ahell of a vid that everyone needs to watch. When anyone gets on here and starts talking about beating ricers and street racing, we shold send them this vid. Makes you think about your life more.
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Old 02-27-2009, 12:32 PM   #12
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Exactly. Many younger members here need to watch this.
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Old 02-27-2009, 12:36 PM   #13
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Exactly. Many younger members here need to watch this.
Im thinking of going to my school and take this vid to my Drivers ed Teacher.
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Old 02-27-2009, 12:47 PM   #14
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Do it. I've already put it up on LIT.
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Old 02-27-2009, 01:20 PM   #15
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The point can go well beyond driving habits... paying attention to your surroundings in general. Stop texting for a minute... I can't stand when I see "texting zombies" all over the place, completely ignoring their physical surroundings. It isn't that important... text when you get to where you're going, and have a free minute.
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Old 02-27-2009, 01:23 PM   #16
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The point can go well beyond driving habits... paying attention to your surroundings in general. Stop texting for a minute... I can't stand when I see "texting zombies" all over the place, completely ignoring their physical surroundings. It isn't that important... text when you get to where you're going, and have a free minute.
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Old 02-27-2009, 01:43 PM   #17
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Exactly. Many younger members here need to watch this.
EVERYONE, regardless of age, can benefit from watching this vid. But hopefully the brutal reality will hit home for those that do watch.

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The point can go well beyond driving habits... paying attention to your surroundings in general. Stop texting for a minute... I can't stand when I see "texting zombies" all over the place, completely ignoring their physical surroundings. It isn't that important... text when you get to where you're going, and have a free minute.
You're exactly right, Matt.
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Old 02-27-2009, 04:46 PM   #18
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I still have chills. Wowwwww!!
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Old 02-27-2009, 06:40 PM   #19
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That scene was just horrible. That one got me.
yea i agree thats the one that got me too. this video hurts to watch, but i think EVERY driver should watch this. its not scare tactics, its stuff that really happens
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Old 02-27-2009, 07:02 PM   #20
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that was rough man but yea that is the truth everyone does need to see this.
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