Everyone is aware of the fact that drinking while driving is not ok. Beyond the fact that you are risking your safety and those around you, it is illegal. Just a little bit of alcohol in your system can mean you are breaking the law, and if caught, you will face hefty penalties. It is all in an effort to stop drunk driving and improve car safety.
However, there is a gray area for some people, thanks to the popularity of recreational vehicles. When you are not driving, can you drink in an RV, or is it still illegal?
Can you drink alcohol in a motorhome or RV?
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Most people set off for weekend adventures, or longer, in their RV when they want to relax. It is a great way to get out into nature while keeping the “at home” comforts. Additionally, one of the biggest comforts for some is sipping on a cold one when camping for the weekend. So, do the same laws apply to you in an RV as they do in passenger cars or trucks?
The answer to this question is far from simple. It is both yes and no.
First and foremost, you should be aware that drinking and driving is a criminal offense, no matter what vehicle you are driving. Considering you can get a DUI while pedaling your lawnmower or bicycle, you are not immune while driving a motorhome.
It may be a little easier to sip on a glass of wine if you aren’t driving, but you may still face the consequences if the driver is pulled over. Open container laws may be something that you will have to deal with. Your position within the RV may add to or lessen the risk. Some states, such as Arkansas, state that you cannot have an alcoholic beverage within easy reach of the driver of any vehicle.
Nothing is black and white
When you ask whether you can drink in an RV or not, nothing is simple. According to Cruise America, “40 states and Washington D.C. forbid the possession and consumption of open alcoholic beverages in a motor vehicle.” In these states, it does not matter whether you are a passenger or the driver. It is illegal either way.
Texas is not one of these states. Texas laws do not consider you in violation of any open container laws as long as you are in the living quarters of your camper, RV, or motorhome. In contrast, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will bust you if you have an open container in any motorized vehicle, even RVs.
As for taking a drink, both Florida and Louisiana say if the RV is in motion, you must be sitting in the back of an RV that is at least 21 feet long. This means you must have a fairly large RV or motorhome and are nowhere near its driver while consuming alcohol.
The truth is, laws vary from state to state regarding RVs and drinking laws. Before you pop the top, you will want to find out what is considered legal in your area and any areas you are traveling through.
Why do some states forbid passengers from drinking alcohol in an RV?
When you get behind the wheel of a large motorhome or RV, you have to be able to handle it. If you are driving impaired or are distracted by someone who may be drinking and loud in the vehicle with you, you aren’t playing it safe.
RVs are difficult to control, even if you are sober. They are larger vehicles that can be harder to maneuver than standard cars and trucks. RVs also have far more blind spots when compared to smaller vehicles, meaning it will be harder to see pedestrians and other traffic. Additionally, RVs have a much heavier weight than other vehicles, making them hard to stop quickly to prevent crashes and collisions. So, once you lose control when behind the wheel of an RV, it can be virtually impossible to recover from it. This increases the risk that your RV will flip because you run off the road for even a single second.
Due to all of these dangers, most states have some rules regarding RVs and alcohol.
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News broke earlier this year that the Senate will advance tax credit up to $12,500 for EVs, but there are some stipulations. The electric vehicle market is heating up, and the government is willing to credit those who buy EVs a substantial percentage of the cars’ MSRP.
Buying a Tesla Model 3 just a couple of short years ago could earn an $11,000 total tax credit if bought in California. Now that Model 3 sales have leaped over 200,000 units, however, that federal tax credit of $7,500 has dropped off. There is some good news about that.
The Senate Finance Committee advanced the “Clean Energy for America” act at the end of May this year. This dissolves the 200,000 unit limit and instead would phase the credit out as U.S. auto sales reached 50-percent in the next three years.
The grand total for EV tax credit comes out to $12,500, but the only way to get that full tax credit is to buy an electric car assembled by United States union workers with an MSRP of $80,000 or less. At the moment this means electric cars built by Ford, Chrysler, and GM, and does not include Tesla. This limits the choices to just a few.
Ford Mustang Mach E
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Earlier this year Ford released an all-electric SUV and slapped a Mustang emblem on its front grille. An odd choice, as the Mustang name is synonymous with gas-hogging ripper V8s that paint tarmac with burned rubber. Nevertheless, its design is much subtler than its history denotes, and in GT trim it hits 60-mph in just 3.8 seconds. Also with AWD, the Mach-E GT goes 270 miles on a charge. If the Clean Energy for America bill passes, the Mustang Mach-E GT would be a prime candidate considering its $60,000 price tag.
Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Chevrolet’s Bolt EV takes the much tamer side of the spectrum. It’s a hatchback that gets to 60-mph in 6.5 seconds and only goes 260 miles on a charge. The numbers aren’t too impressive until the starting price, which is half of the Mustang. The Bolt is arguably more practical thanks to its smaller size, has a sport mode, and delivers 266 lb-ft of instant electric torque to the front wheels. It might not be the coolest electric car on the market, but for an entry-level EV, it delivers adequate performance.
Dodge is supposed to release an electric muscle car within the next few years, so it might just barely make the cut to qualify for the full tax credit. The other unknown is the price, and electric performance cars aren’t exactly every-man affordable. Dodge does have a track record for building affordable performance cars and by the year 2024, electric cars may have gotten cheaper. Whether it qualifies or not, the prospect of an electric muscle car is exciting.
If all of these options don’t satisfy, American automakers are releasing several EVs over the coming years. Although Tesla doesn’t appear to be on the brink of unionizing, the EV market is becoming more competitive. Tesla may have set the gold standard, but soon it may not have the market cornered on self-sustained private transportation. According to Reuters, the bill includes a 30-percent tax credit for any manufacturers that retool or build new facilities for energy R&D.
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I drive a lot, especially on highways, and have picked up a few driving tactics as I’ve chowed down the miles. But the road is riddled with these annoying things called “other drivers,” who actively try to make things miserable. They weave through lanes, never use their blinker, and disregard safe driving strategies just to shave two minutes off their travel time. But nothing irks me more than people who don’t maintain a proper following distance not just because it’s annoying, but because it’s deadly.
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What is following distance?
If this is a new term for you, then you probably haven’t taken driver’s ed in a long time. Simply put, following distance is the distance between your car and the car in front of you. And whether you’re on the highway or at a stoplight, you should always make sure there’s enough space between your cars.
The typical rule of thumb is that, at a stoplight, you should be able to see a car’s rear tires. This is a dated example, but if the person ahead of you is driving a stickshift, they may roll backward. If that happens, you don’t want them rolling back into you, so give them some space. However, things are a little different while the car is in motion.
While driving, the best practice is to keep a four-second following distance between you and the car ahead of you. How do you measure that? Simply pick an object, a street sign or a mile marker, and wait for the car ahead of you to pass it. Once it does, begin counting until you pass it. If it takes four seconds or longer, you’re maintaining a good following distance, but if it’s shorter, you’ll want to back off.
That said, chances are you haven’t counted while driving in a long time. Maybe you prefer to eyeball it. I typically leave enough room for an 18-wheeler to appear out of nowhere and cut me off without risking an accident. After all, if you or anyone around you fails to keep a good following distance, getting into a crash becomes more likely.
Why is it dangerous to not maintain a safe following distance?
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I’m going to paint a few pictures for you, starting with one where you’re not keeping a good enough following distance. You’re just riding the person behind you. But all of a sudden, they slam on the brakes. If you’re sharp, it’ll only take you half a second to realize what’s happening. But if you’re fiddling with the radio or looking at a mirror, you might not have enough time to react.
If you ended up rear-ending that person, the accident would be your fault according to Clearfield Injury Lawyer. You were tailgating, and that’s no good. But let’s say you are maintaining a good following distance when the car four seconds ahead slams on the brakes. Now you have a little more time to slow down, which gives the person behind you time to slow down, which gives the person behind them time, and so on. In other words, following distance can prevent deadly pile-ups.
And a good following distance doesn’t just improve your driving experience. Giving everyone space makes it easier for every driver around you to coordinate their maneuvers safely and swiftly.
How keeping a following distance improves the driving experience for everyone
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There will be plenty of people out there in a rush to get wherever they’re going, and sometimes it’s best to just let them speed by (and hope a cop gets them later). By leaving lots of room in front of you, they’re able to make a move without cutting you off. After all, the only difference between being cut off or not is how much of following distance you’re left with afterward.
The same goes for bumper-to-bumper traffic. A lane may be closed up ahead, and if everyone left a car’s length or two in front of them, zipper merges would be easier than ever. No more clogged motorways because people can’t get over without coming to a complete stop.
Following distance is such a simple tactic, but it’s often an overlooked one. I can say from my own experiences that maintaining a proper following distance has saved me from deadly accidents and made life easier in general. So the next time you’re on the road, just use this simple, safe driving tactic, and assume everyone is going to cut you off. That way, when people cut you off or swerve into your lane, you’ll be ready.
If you consider yourself a car aficionado or appreciate classic cars, this one is for you. A Ferrari 250 GTO comes up for auction every few years, and it always seems to be an all-out event. Not only is it the most coveted and maybe even most revered of all sports cars in history, but its rarity is astounding too.
Fewer than 40 were produced from 1962 through 1964. And of these limited examples, all are accounted for by collectors. If you’ve ever wondered how much a 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO might fetch in today’s market, stay tuned. Gems this rare command a pretty penny.
You might not believe this 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO price
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It was June 2018 when CNBC reported the mind-blowing news. A 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO wowed readers when the media reported some of the sale details between two Ferrari enthusiasts. And it’s believed this privately negotiated sale might be the highest price of any automobile transaction in history.
This 1963 250 GTO went home with its new owner for an eye-popping $70 million (more about that later). And sales numbers like this keep the public intrigued about the comings and goings of these legendary cars.
The 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO cost much less when it first came out
So, where did this incredible car come from anyway? Legend has it that Enzo Ferrari was looking for a response to the Jaguar E-Type. Digital Trends says that explains why the 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO oozes style and charm. But ultimately, this car is built for racing.
“GTO” stands for “Gran Turismo Omologato,” which translates to “Race Homologation Special.” Since then, the GTO title has been associated with speed, performance, and serious racing chops. This original 250 GTO came out of the gate hot and won the 1963 Tour de France.
Looking back, the 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO was always a relatively expensive car. The production model originally cost about $18,000, equivalent to $153,000 in today’s dollars. And buyers had to be evaluated and approved by Enzo himself as part of the process.
There is some controversy over how many of these classic Prancing Horses were produced, with numbers ranging from 36 to 39, Road & Track reports. However, Ferrari confirms it ultimately made and sold 39 examples.
Over the years, various Ferrari 250 GTO examples varied price as they exchanged owners. In 1962, and before all the hype, a 250 GTO sold privately for only $5,400. Fast-forward 20 years, when Ralph Lauren’s restored GTO sold for $4.2 million. In more recent years, the Ferrari 250 GTO price only skyrocketed even more, with a private sale in 2012 recorded at $35 million for a 1962 model. And another 250 GTO set an auction record when it sold for $38.1 million in August 2014, Forbes reported.
Sure, limited production can drive a vehicle’s value through the roof. But what really makes the 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO price so astronomical? And how does this legendary collector car compare to other high-priced rides out there? As it turns out, there’s much more to explore about the Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let’s start with what everyone knows about the Ferrari 250 GTO. Only 39 of these supercars were produced, making them ultra-rare. And it’s even harder to find current owners who are willing to part with their unicorns. But other important factors contribute to the Ferrari 250 GTO price. For example, at the time, this car presented unique and revolutionary styling. And it was so different that the press called the 1961 prototype the “anteater” during first looks, Road & Track reported.
Winning in a few road races also helped propel this car into the spotlight. You don’t see a 500,000% increase in value with a loser, Arnold Clark suggests. The Ferrari 250 GTO earned praise for winning the 1963 Tour de France event, with legendary driver Jean Guichet at the helm. And the third 250 GTO ever produced — the example sold in 2018 for $70 million — won the 1962 GT Championship and earned more than 15 other race wins from 1962 to 1965.
Considering each car is hand-crafted, each Ferrari 250 GTO is uniquely distinct from the others, making it even more valuable. Attention to every detail makes a difference, especially when you’re buying a classic racecar. Additionally, securing Enzo Ferrari’s approval to buy one of these cars made it even more desirable. If there’s one thing that ultra-wealthy people can’t stand, it’s someone telling them they can’t own something.
Ferrari may have limited production with the 1962 to 1964 250 GTO, but it certainly wasn’t done crafting GTOs in general, SuperCars reports. In the mid-80s, Ferrari introduced the 288 GTO Group B racing car. Like the 250 GTO, the 288 GTO is rare, with only 1984 to 1987 model years available.
Then, in 2011, the Italian carmaker introduced the 599 GTO, another jewel in Maranello’s GTO crown. Despite the overwhelming success of these other models, none has quite matched the legendary status of the 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
How the Ferrari 250 GTO price compares to other GTO models
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So, there’s that previously mentioned $70 million Ferrari 250 GTO private sale in 2018. Forbes reported another sale in 2000 where an example exchanged hands for $7 million. Time shared the jaw-dropping auction price for a 1962 model of $48.4 million. So, how do 250 GTO prices compare with other GTO models?
The 288 GTO price varies based on availability and condition. However, guides estimate it takes about $305,000 to $585,000 to buy one if you were so inclined, Car and Driver reports.
And the 599 GTO is valued at around $450,000, comparable to paying for a new house.
And though these prices are still insanely high for anything on four wheels, none compares to that $70 million 250 GTO sale.
The 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is extra-special for other reasons, including what it packs under the hood. Looking at the specs for this ultra-rare car, it’s easy to see why it continues to enthrall collectors and enthusiasts.
Ferrari’s most expensive car boasts impressive specs
To really appreciate what this collector’s trophy offers, you’ll have to see the specs. The 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO essentially had a body like the 250 Testa Rossa but housed something even more impressive under the hood. This car harnessed 300 horses with its 3.0-liter V12 engine, making the 250 GTO revolutionary for its time.
This vintage ride continues to be the “ultimate collector’s car,” Digital Trends calls it, because of its incredible performance capability. Equipped with two valves per cylinder, this V12’s carburetors produced a compression ratio of 9.7:1. That translates to 300 hp at 7,500 RPMs and 217 lb-ft of torque at 5,500 RPMs.
These curve-hugging Ferraris also had five-speed manual transmissions, making them fun to drive, especially when reaching initial top speeds of 174 mph, Ferrari claims. Specs like these were groundbreaking for the early ’60s.
In terms of styling and aerodynamics, each Ferrari 250 GTO also came with three removable D-shaped panels. This design allowed for increased airflow through the radiator, ideal for extreme engine heat at high speeds. The 1963 250 GTO also featured an independent front suspension, live axle, twin radius arms, and telescopic shock absorbers in the rear. This car was clearly designed for agility, speed, and performance.
What other models can claim the title of the most expensive car in the world?
The highest-price car may very well be the Bugatti La Voiture Noire, in part because there’s only one. Mimicking the Bugatti Chiron’s 16-cylinder engine, this beast of a hypercar will set you back an estimated $12.5 million, MotorTrend reports.
With a $9 million price tag, the Bugatti Centodieci comes in as the second-most expensive car to buy right now. And the Bugatti Divo averages about $5.7 million. Other pricey contenders include the Ferrari LaFerrari and Pagani Huayra, costing at least $1.4 million each.
But wait. Don’t forget about that $70 million 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. Those other “most expensive” cars pale in comparison despite being newer and faster.
Who bought the $70 million Ferrari?
So, who would drop $70 million on a Ferrari 250 GTO? The car’s new owner is David MacNeil, a loyalist to the legendary car. He’s known for founding WeatherTech. MacNeil was already an avid Ferrari collector and aficionado.
And though he didn’t offer a direct comment about his purchase at the time, no one questioned why he had to have it. The 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is the ultimate trophy for anyone who knows anything about vintage cars, which is why MacNeil felt compelled to spend $70 million to own it.
Vintage cars tend to go hand-in-hand with extreme prices. But when you have a classic supercar with unique design elements, revolutionary racing chops, and limited production, the allure only deepens. The 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO might be the collector’s ultimate prized possession.
And clearly, this legendary Ferrari doesn’t plan to give up its high-priced reputation anytime soon. At this rate, the car will likely grow exponentially in value. As long as these cars continue trading owners, Ferrari 250 GTO fans will continue watching in amazement.
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