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[–] caesaravgvstvs -1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Because, more often than not it's used abusively and not for the actual purpose.

Plus it's a polluting loud noise that puts the onus of recognizing the danger of the vehicle on someone outside of it

[–] Zoot@reddthat.com 3 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Not sure where you live, but I've avoided numerous accidents thanks to being able to give a light honk and remind people to pay attention.

If a car made me pay to honk, id probably just use the money to get a train horn.

[–] caesaravgvstvs 1 points 1 month ago (2 children)

But what about braking?

I do support the train horn idea though, I've always wanted one for my bike

[–] Zoot@reddthat.com 2 points 1 month ago

Braking is great, if you have 100+feet to brake, depending on where and how it happened, sure!

For the very few times I need a horn, I NEED a horn.

Also again, not sure where you live, but it feels like I'm the only person who uses my horn in my state, which is likely why its so damn effective.

[–] juliebean@lemm.ee 1 points 1 month ago

braking and honking do not always apply to the same situations. both are necessary safety features that should absolutely not cost extra.