Driving in the rain

[{ESC}Mikey]

Just like most people ... Don't even know how to change a flat ...

Nice find thumper

[{ESC}Tug_Johnson]

Mikey, when was the last time you had a flat, you probably remember because it's an odd occurrence anymore? I for one am thankful for that improved technology (and that I can afford good tires)!!!
I don't agree with the no cruise when it's wet though, cruise control isn't set and forget even when it's dry, one needs to pay attention while "in control" of something that weighs 1 to 4 tons that doesn't think for itself.....
In the snow? HELL NO!

[{ESC}Mikey]

Ok That may have been a little harsh ... but it is my opinion. :forum reading:

As you put it "one needs to pay attention while "in control" of something that weighs 1 to 4 tons that doesn't think for itself....." I feel that part of that responsibility requires a small amount of knowledge of your vehicle, checking fluids levels, tire air pressure and changing a flat tire.

At 22000 miles on my new 2005 van I had a flat tire, right front.
Two weeks ago I changed a flat for someone on the side of the road.

I am also Thankful for the new technology with tires, I remember the days of nylon corded bias ply tires and having flats ever time you turned a corner.

Tug my opinions may be bias "no pun intended" as I am a mechanic.

I don't like cruse control at all ...

[LordGleedo]

I feel that part of that responsibility requires a small amount of knowledge of your vehicle, checking fluids levels, tire air pressure and changing a flat tire.

I 100% agree with you Mikey - people need to take more responsibility for their vehicles, other than wait for the dashboard light to come on that tells them to get it serviced! :toetap: It only takes a minute to check tyre pressures, check your lights and indicators are working etc...