john winkler


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Where They Position Speed Cameras

They don't pick random spots for speed cameras . They are in position so that they can hit their targets, and earn money. They nod in the direction of road safety, but that is all. For example there is a high proportion of cameras positioned within community slow speed areas, where very few on autoroutes and motorways In the early days of speed cameras they noticed that some camera positions earned much more money... (posted by john 1 year 355 days ago.)
The real truth about the Glencoe Massacre in Scotland

The Campbells, the McDonalds, the Camerons, the Stewarts were all involved. Glencoe to-day is a stunningly beautiful place. The beauty of the Valley is renowned, the high steep sided mountains, the river Coe running as it has done for literally millions of years have led to Glencoe being voted as one of the top Wonders of Scotland. There used to be small farmsteads here and there up the Valley.... (posted by john 5 years 118 days ago.)
How To Avoid Speeding Fines and Penalty Points

The Scottish Highlands are lovely for touring, though the roads are often narrow. But there is a nasty problem lurking behind the beauty of the mountains. It is called a speed trap. It is not nice. Most of these points will apply in any country which controls the speed of drivers. The best way of avoiding speeding fines is not to exceed the limit. Two kinds of in-car assistance will help with this. The... (posted by john 5 years 118 days ago.)