Quote Originally Posted by Plasticguy View Post
thats fine Charles. i didn't mean to make it sound too complicated. You will have more timing than you think. I too agree in sticking back and making sure other drivers see you. its just that traffic is dynamic and if when you are sticking back, it happens that the guy in the left lane beside you speeds up or slows down so that a car wanting to turn left onto your road to go in your direction may not be able to see you anymore. its then that i meant i would accelerate if possible so that the guy in the left lane can be used as a shield for you as you proceed in your right lane.
That sounds reasonable. Always want a plan B.