peatman replied on 15/08/2019 17:34
Posted on 15/08/2019 17:34
Returned home today using the southbound M1 from Chesterfield. We tow a caravan and I usually set the auto cruise to 55mph and stay in the first lane, this gives me a reserve if we want to overtake slower traffic (not much of that about) and maintain good mpg.
The wife and I were both surprised that motorhome drivers have abandoned the first lane and sit in the second lane at or around 60 and make no effort to use the first lane on smart mortorways or that at least is what we saw today. Almost all stayed in the second lane despite getting a friendly 'flash' to let them know they were clear.
At least five times we were passed in this manner despite the first lane being empty for a good half mile ahead.
Is this going to be the norm? Do they do it on normal 3 lane motorways.
peatman