Today I had an "opportunity" to test my brake system in a real life scenario. Happily trotting along, Miss Daisy over there in her Grand Am decides, "hey, I'll just jog over here to the other lane..." Thing is, that's where I am. In her blind spot, because her mirrors are adjusted wrong and apparently her turn signals don't work. So, from 40MPH and healthy acceleration, I switch to OMGWTFBBQ mode, and hit the brakes hard enough to trigger the ABS on clean, dry road. Any Smart owners will know that's pretty hard braking. I conclude the following:
1) The full size tires and brakes, and half-weight of the car will cause the car to slow down from 40 to zero in almost nothing flat. Cargo that is in the back, will be in the front after showing off the meaning of "projectile." Secure cargo. Cell phones too.
2) Not every van or SUV behind you can stop as easily. They tend to apply lateral evasion tactics (swerving). Expect that they'll go around you.
3) You can, in fact, make a beautiful ballet out of your own evasive maneuvers, and retain full control.
4) The horn needs an upgrade.
5) Leather seats are a bonus.
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