Why would anyone want to tangle with a snowplow? Last winter I would’ve thought the message would’ve gotten out, as there were a string of accidents involving Idaho plows. This winter, it looks like we’re off to the races once again.
A plow is a big heavy truck carrying a heavy load. It frequently has more wheels than your car or truck. Imagine a 14-year-old going up against a defensive lineman. The latter usually wins. Yet, every winter, it appears people somehow believe that speeding past a plow on a slick road will get them to Granny’s house a split second faster.
It’s a good way to get killed. Unless you have a death wish, why chance it? Think about why a plow is out in the first place. Because the road is in bad shape. Therefore, being a Yahoo and racing ahead of the rig puts you on a slippery foundation…