Boston Quote by Dan Ariely
![“...[T]he distance Boston drivers generally maintain from the car in front of them is visible only with a good microscope.” quote by Dan Ariely](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f3b/dan-ariely-1899_quote_t-he-distance-boston-drivers-generally-m_955417.jpg)
““...[T]he distance Boston drivers generally maintain from the car in front of them is visible only with a good microscope.””
About This Quote
Drivers keep unsafe distances, revealing human misjudgment of risk.
In simple terms: People misjudge safe following distance.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and correct risk misperception.
Themes
risk
behavior
traffic safety
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
observational
educational
When to use this quote
- daily commuting
- fleet management
- driver training
Key Concepts
psychology
human factors
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people underestimate risk?
- How can we improve distance awareness?
A Different Perspective
Some drivers may actually maintain safe distances.
![“It was when Boston invited us to do a parade one November, and I was the only [Star Wars] cast member skeptical of the willingness of people to come out to see us five actors drive by in antique cars in the Boston rain. Well, it was the first time I really understood the show's popularity.” quote by John Ratzenberger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/098/john-ratzenberger-11869_actors_it-was-when-boston-invited-us-to-do-a-pa_67396.jpg)
![“[..] we human beings are ready and willing to steal something that does not explicitly reference monetary value - that is, something that lacks the face of a dead president.” quote by Dan Ariely](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a1f/dan-ariely-1899_funny_we-human-beings-are-ready-and-willing-to_4436.jpg)
