Stupid?
Posted: Mon 4 June, 2007 Filed under: 1BEM, Charm School 2 Comments »When I first read this story about drivers not recognising various road signs I figured that it was hardly news to know that two-thirds of the drivers surveyed couldn’t identify the ‘no through road’ sign, or that a third didn’t recognise the ‘no motor vehicles’ one.
But when it got to the second section, about the signs that (supposedly) people did want, I just despaired.
I’m sorry, but how is a sign saying ‘Wifi Zone’ going to help things? Or one saying ‘Drive-Through Approaching’? (although I bet Mac-fucking-donalds would sponsor those) The final quote just made me laugh, though:
“We’ve all been on wild goose chases looking for cash machines. A new road sign could save endless hours searching the streets.”
No, I’ve never been on a wild goose chase looking for a cash machine. If all else fails, go to the nearest supermarket. Simple.
Grrr.
Much less road signs and roadside clutter would suit me fine!
I echo that. There are far too many road signs, and far too much information these days for many drivers to cope with. People who lack intelligence in everyday life can’t all of a sudden regain it once on the road; and bombarded with road conditions, speed cameras, other drivers, and signs every few yards, it’s no wonder there’s so much chaos on the roads.