When will I EVER use this in REAL life!?

How to escape a $400 traffic ticket with the power of physics

I just found this today.  Being the geek that I am, I had to read the article...seriously, it was a must.  After that, I had to read the paper.  I'd never forgive myself if I missed out on that one.

To me, it seems like a very long winded way to successfully argue that the view of your car was blocked by a car that is approximately a meter longer.  However, I loved every second of it!

The links are there, should you feel the need to indulge.