Group Drives

Many of our members like to get out there and drive their cars with others who share the same interest. The information in this section is provided for the benefit of both planners and attendees.

ALL ATTENDEES

Requirements and Safety

1. You must

   1. Be an active member of Lotus Ltd.

   2. Have a valid driver's license.

   3. Have a valid inspection sticker.

   4. Be able to legally operate your vehicle in every state the event includes.

2. You are responsible for your own actions.

3. Reckless drivers are not welcome and memberships may be revoked.

   1. You are expected to operate your vehicle safely.

   2. These are not speeding or racing events. It's a tour, not a track session.

   3. Unsafe exhibitions of driving skill are not welcome.

   4. Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or other substances.

   5. Do not drive while on your cell phone, texting, or performing other distracting actions.

4. Slow down in areas with pedestrians, crosswalks, congestion, playgrounds, schools, or similar.

5. Your vehicle must be in good working order and up to the current maintenance schedule requirements.

6. It is your job to be aware of all laws and legal limits for any state the route includes.

General

1. Arrive to the event on time with a full tank of gas.

2. If you're last and the group is pulled over waiting for you, don't pull in behind the last car.

   1. Slow down as you approach, flash your lights, and let everyone pull back onto the road.

   2. If you pull over, the group will likely get delayed then separated again trying to pull out.

3. Keep the car behind you visible. If necessary, slow down or pull over.

4. Restaurant checks are often split for simplicity, request a separate check if you prefer.

5. Traffic happens and road construction can vary.

DRIVERS:

1. Ensure everyone, including the planner, reads the ALL ATTENDEES section.

2. Provide information in advance

3. Avoid

   1. Sections longer than two hours.

   2. Holiday weekends, foliage season, and other events that will interfere with your drive.

   3. Large groups. More than 10-12 cars can be a challenge.

   4. Stops with poor parking

4. Get group agreement on what to do if a dirt road, construction, or traffic is encountered

5. Stay on schedule

   1. Make reservations for meals

   2. Pad break/stop time in your plans by 15 to 30 min. for every stop to keep on schedule.

   3. Plan a gas/bio stop 30 to 60 min. after a meal/beverage stop.

   4. Provide your cell phone number to all participants before the event.

   5. Request cell phone numbers of all participants before the event.