This web site is dedicated to all of us who love to drive.
And not just any old driving. We want to drive on the best roads. We all spend way to much time sitting in traffic and we all know there is just nothing like getting out of town, finding a challenging section of smooth road, and pushing the limits of man and machine.
We are all about finding that perfect mountain pass or that perfect stretch of desert or that breathtaking coastal route that demands 100% concentration and commitment.
This site will help you in that search and provide maps, directions, local information hints and tips to help you plan and enjoy your journey.
Use the navigation menu at the top of the screen to explore the roads that we love to drive and the roads that are accessable in your region.
You can also use the Google box to search this site for specific information.
We also search the web every day to bring you up-to-date information that is car, driving and travel specific. You will find links to these resources in the bottom section of each page.
Now, on to very important topic.
We want YOU to contribute to this web site and tell us where you like drive, what you like to drive and where you like to stop along the way.
Please go to the Contact page for details of how to submit a trip report. We will give you full credit for your reports and they will be posted on this website for all to see - and compare.
Time to go explore and plan your next trip on one of The Worlds Best Driving Roads.
Anyone reading this web page has probably had a speeding ticket - and if you haven't, you probably will do soon enough.
The vast majority of people simple chalk it up to bad luck and pay the fine. But, there is an alternative.
Tickets can be beaten if you are prepared and have the right knowledge.
Also, if you act in a specific way, you may even get let off with a warning.
Here are some simple rules you can follow to help you beat that traffic ticket and keep the points of your license.
That, in turn, will keep you car insurance premiums down.
Always, always be polite and respectful to the polic officer. Being rude may give you instant gratification but will cost you in the long term. Don't do anything to make you memorable in the officers mind.
Do not admit your guilt. When you are asked the reason you were stopped, just politly tell the officer that you do not know whay your were stopped. Your admission of guilt is admissable in court as evidence so dont admit it.
Ask the officer if you can respond to the traffic ticket via mail. This may cause him to take less notes as he will believe he will not need to attend court for this case.
When you get your ticket, make sure it is accurate. If it is inaccurate decide if it is in your favor or not before bringing it to the officer's attention.
Make sure you take notes of all the relevent information such as traffic density, road conditions, where the officer took your speed reading, what device he used and so forth. These can be invaluable in court.
If you have a camera with you, take some photos of anything relevent to the office. This might include an obstruction in the road you had to drive around or a traffic sign obscured by trees or bushes.
When you get home, examine the ticket details thoroughly and do your reseach as to what the offense is, what it will cost you for a fine and what the future insurance costs will be. You will need to make a determination if it is worth going to court or not.
If you decide to go to court, get all the evidence by requesting a "discovery". This will help you (and your lawyer) prepare.
If possible, use the "trila by paper" available in some states. The office may not even subkit the paperwork the the court and your case will be dismissed.
In some jusisdictions you can request a prior meeting with the prosectot to discuss a deal. If a deal is on the plate, weigh up costs before commiting to it.
If you are procesucted and traffic school is available, make use of it. Especially in places where you can complete traffic school on the internet. This will reduce your future insurance over and above the cost of the traffic school day.
Try to reschedule your hearing. Your hope is that the police officer does not show up - your case will be dismissed.
In court make sure you are neat and tidy. Always be polite and make your case clearly and slowly. Don;t get into arguments.
Whatever judgment is made against you, stick to it and pay your fines on time. Also, make sure you request a copy of your motor vehicle record and make sure it is accurate - inaccuracies can cost you money.
There are several books available that contain excellent information. The last ticket I received (speeding) was on PCH in Malibu. I used the following book and I ended up having the case dismissed.
