I have spotted a number of memorable road signs and bumper stickers over the years. Many are trenchant commentaries; some are evocative, even wise. Herewith, a few that have stayed with me for more than a decade. First, signs:
- Turn on headlights in clouds
- Bad curves ahead
- No sight distance
- Have money ready
Now, bumper stickers:
- Back off, man: I’m a scientist!
- No baby on board – OK to hit car
- Still Playing Tonka (on an 18-wheeler)
Other candidates?
It takes 8,460 bolts to build a car, and only one nut to scatter them all over the freeway.
If you can read this, you’re too close (small print)
It’s not a road sign or a bumper sticker, but I have a fond memory of a hand-written note taped to the cash register of a diner in a small town somewhere in South Dakota:
“No checks cashed for strangers.”
Funny and thoughtful.
“I understand your need to be in front of me … but why do you always slow down when you get there?”