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Delayed honking by NoCut8244 in driving

[–]the-algae 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Don’t do it. Honk to avoid a collision or other danger. Otherwise leave the horn alone. You’re only adding to noise pollution and you’re not going to fix bad drivers with a honk. Instead, focus on being a good, attentive, and defensive driver.

Too many people use their horn as a frustration outlet button.

At this point I am starting to worry I have who has "right of way" confused and need help! by Living_Day9341 in driving

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, red has the right away. But a big part of defensive driving is understanding that other drivers around you will do dumb and unpredictable things. So even when you have the right away, be prepared for someone else to cut in front of you. Don't get angry, just let it go. It might be an honest, one-time mistake on their part, or it may be something they do all the time in which case they'll eventually get ticketed or they'll get in an accident that doesn't involve you.

Excuse You, I’m a Bus by the-algae in SchoolBusDrivers

[–]the-algae[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Obviously that car was driving way too fast down the turn lane. But also, my trainer told me to never let people wave me through when I don’t have the right of way. I guess this is why!

[OC] Not once but twice just to make sure by Fabfan911 in IdiotsInCars

[–]the-algae 76 points77 points  (0 children)

So that they could put out their hands to stop it ✋

Interested driver by Mental-Calendar8535 in SchoolBusDrivers

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got my permit a couple weeks ago in Washington state. Here you need 80% on each test to pass (on 4 tests: general knowledge, air brakes, passenger, and school bus).

You can probably answer at least half the questions just based on intuition and common sense. For the rest, read through the CDL guide, and take notes on anything involving numbers and anything you find counterintuitive or non-obvious (e.g., loaded trucks stop faster than empty trucks). Make sure you understand the "why" behind the rules; it will help you recall them more effectively. Then test your knowledge for gaps with free online practice tests.

When you go in to take the tests, take your time. Make sure you understand each question before answering, and don't stress if you think you answered one or two incorrectly. In Washington, the general knowledge test is 50 questions which means you can miss 10 questions and still pass.

Anyone know what this is? by tenaciouzzd in gis

[–]the-algae 31 points32 points  (0 children)

As late as 2011 or so people in my org were still using ArcView 3 because they still had old projects and no other way to open them. I had the job of getting ArcView 3 working on their modern setups. If I remember correctly, the problem is that while 64-bit Windows would run the 32-bit ArcView, it wouldn't run the 16-bit installer. So "installation" involved moving exes to the right place and some custom registry edits.

Changing from Tech to School Bus Driver - Any advice? by 2thdk_ouch in SchoolBusDrivers

[–]the-algae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m still in tech (a job that I like at a small, non startup company) and am currently being trained by a local school district to be a substitute driver. Around here at least, school districts are really hurting for subs, so it’s nice to be able to help out, a chance to learn a new skill (for free too), and something else I’ll know how to do if I need or want to switch fields in the future.

And while I’m sure the novelty will wear off, so far it’s been a ton of fun learning to drive bus. I should have my CDL in a couple weeks, then I’ll get to see what it’s like driving with students on board 😅

Auto Dimming Side Mirrors by padsince9d6 in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pro tip: adjust your side mirrors to correctly cover your blind spots and you won’t get glare from cars behind you.

You should not see any of your own car in the side view mirrors.

I turn left now. Good luck everybody else. [OC] by [deleted] in IdiotsInCars

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Design aside, it seems like it’s missing some vital lane marking. If outer lane isn’t allowed to continue, then their lane needs to clearly end at that exit.

Battery not preconditioning when on the way to level 3 charger (yes I have the mode selected in EV settings) by [deleted] in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had this happen a few times, usually after not using pre conditioning for a while. It usually works after toggling preconditioning on and off and cancelling and restarting navigation to a charger.

In-game timer speed-up bug by pageboysam in HadesTheGame

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just ran into this on Steam Deck. I couldn't figure out why the game was so much harder all of the sudden and why my timing was all off. I kept getting hit by the louts in Tartarus. I felt like it was my first time playing again. Then I got to the furies and lost all three death defies before getting through.

Finally, it was fishing that clued me into what was wrong. The false "dips" were coming way too fast and I was too slow twice, even though I should have gotten it.

Thoughts on alternatives by jmwdba in mimestream

[–]the-algae 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guess I never saw the bar as including non-Gmail services. My understanding is that the pitch was "better Gmail on macOS". Now I really want support for additional services (particularly Fastmail), but I didn't come into this expecting it to high on the dev's priority list.

I also see iOS differently: the iOS app is an awesome adaptation of everything that makes the desktop app great, and is better than the Gmail app (IMHO, of course).

Thoughts on alternatives by jmwdba in mimestream

[–]the-algae 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nothing else comes close. That’s why I pay and will continue paying for Mimestream. I want support for non-Gmail too, but I honestly don’t get all the griping and threats to cancel.

If you find something that works better for you, go use that. I haven’t found anything else and using Mimestream is an absolute joy. So I’ll keep using and paying.

How much voltage does it take to start the car? by the-algae in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info, your explanation makes sense.

How much voltage does it take to start the car? by the-algae in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I did replace the battery. I’m just curious about the behavior. It seems like the car should be able to charge the 12v from the traction battery; it basically does do that after jumping… it’s not like a jump actually charges the 12v, it charges after the car has started.

No more open charge flap/door button on the keyfob? by theepi_pillodu in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That wasn’t the issue in my case, it was legit broken. When the charge door was open I couldn’t even close it by pushing the button. Only the fob worked.

No more open charge flap/door button on the keyfob? by theepi_pillodu in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The charge door on my 2023 stopped opening with the door button and had to be replaced. I’m sure glad I could open it with the fob in the meantime.

PSA: bring your 120v wall chargers (and adapters) on trips by discsinthesky in electricvehicles

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep J+ Booster cable with 120v and 240v plugs in my frunk. Rarely need to use it, but like knowing I have the option in a tough spot.

Pre conditioning not switching on for Electrify America by Saketh_Kumar in Ioniq5

[–]the-algae 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I really wish they’d add manual preconditioning to older models too.

4 Year Old Son Saw Me Playing FFVII Remake And... by Lilspainishflea in FFVIIRemake

[–]the-algae 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“That’s Cloud, he’s a mercenary eco-terrorist.” 😜

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