John S. wrote:
> Not surprising given the speed that California traffic moves at and how
> closely the cars are spaced. A trip down the 405 is downright scary at
> the usual 70+ mph.

I don't see much difference between there and here, except (based on
pictures - I've never been) the California freeways are wider, flatter,
and straighter. Sudden slowdowns are common here as well. Every now
and then someone gets a love tap from behind but multi-car pileups are,
thankfully, uncommon.

nate