The Problem With California’s FAST Program

California has launched a new enforcement program aimed at drivers accused of traveling more than 100 mph. The goal? Reducing extreme speeding and preventing deadly crashes is easy to understand. The process being used to accomplish it deserves much closer scrutiny. The Forwarded Actions for Speeding Tickets program, better known as FAST, automatically sends every […]
How To Avoid A Traffic Stop On The Way To Burning Man (Or Any Other Festival)

Every year, tens of thousands of people make the drive to Nevada for Burning Man. Whether you’re coming from California, flying into Reno and renting a car, or making a cross-country road trip, eventually a huge percentage of Burning Man traffic funnels toward the same remote stretch of Nevada. And law enforcement knows you’re coming. […]