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xkcd #3167: Car Size

Title text:

'They really shouldn't let those small cars drive in traffic. I worry I'm going to kill someone if I hit one! They should have to drive on the sidewalk, safely out of the way.'

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[–] 31 points 1 year ago

I ride in the biggest, baddest vehicle on the road: the city bus.

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  • [–] 19 points 1 year ago

    2050: i should get a bigger vehicle like everyone else, if not i'm too small for everyone and it's dangerous.

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  • [–] 16 points 1 year ago (1 child)

    (Me driving an ATAT) I finally feel safe.

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  • [–] 10 points 1 year ago (1 child)

    "Along The Scenic Route" by Harlan Ellison.

    Cars are equipped with lethal weapons and the highways are high speed arenas.

    Fun story.

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  • [–] 7 points 1 year ago*

    This is why I think more places should utilize height restricting entry barriers.

    You want free parking downtown? I hope your car is under 5' tall.

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  • [–] 1 point 1 year ago

    But where is the flamethrower?

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