My theory of Mavericks getting rear ended

[Johnny maverick]

I just think drivers In general are getting worse. All the anti collision crap on them are making people less attentive and numb to their surroundings.

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[Optimus]

In case you're one who may think more is better, it is against the law to do this to your main brake lights. Something about impersonating an emergency vehicle.

Maybe this is by State/location, but here in MN, my dealer tries to add this as a $300 package to each to new vehicle sold. They installed it on my truck before even telling me about it, and I told them to remove it.

I was pretty p!ssed! Not about what the item itself was, but the fact they did something to my truck without asking, and then tried to charge me for it.

 

[wax87]

People just like my ass.

Please show it so we can see

 

[VICKY]

So all, I was messing around in the garage and upon driving out noticed something.
When I hit the brake pedal the brake lights come on but after a bit of a delay. Also when letting off the pedal the lights stay on for a bit as well. Saw this in the mirror and reflections in the garage.
My theory is that when you step on the brake the signal has to be sent to the bcm, processed as pedal stepped on then sends signal to lights to turn them on.
It might be happening fast but maybe not fast enough to keep us from being tagged from the back.
Just my assessment and theory. Anyone have any thoughts on this. Check for yourselves, see what you think. I’m an old school driver and used to just hitting the pedal, closing the circuit and boom lights come on. Too much tech sometimes is too much.

You ARE an overthinker but DOES make sense?

 

[Derwood]

One tip they teach you when learning to ride a motorcycle is to tap-tap your brake to draw attention of drivers behind you. I do this when driving my truck as well...A few taps can attract attention. My Subaru came with this feature from the dealer, btw.

I agree 100%. I at least double tap whenever I can.

 

[5GallonCan]

I think people look at it and are hypnotized. They say look at the beautiful little truck with the offset license plate. It is just a wonderf---- BAM...you are rear ended.

If you shine it up with Chemical Guys Synthetic Quick Detailer, anyone following you will be instantly mesmerized.

 

[BoskoPColtrane]

I don't think that a slight delay in the illumination of the brake lights is the problem. I think that distracted driving is the problem, and driving a Maverick doesn't make the people behind us any more or less safe drivers.

Thank you. You are exactly right. And Mavericks aren’t involved in crashes over any other vehicle.

 

[Oscarcat]

So all, I was messing around in the garage and upon driving out noticed something.
When I hit the brake pedal the brake lights come on but after a bit of a delay. Also when letting off the pedal the lights stay on for a bit as well. Saw this in the mirror and reflections in the garage.
My theory is that when you step on the brake the signal has to be sent to the bcm, processed as pedal stepped on then sends signal to lights to turn them on.
It might be happening fast but maybe not fast enough to keep us from being tagged from the back.
Just my assessment and theory. Anyone have any thoughts on this. Check for yourselves, see what you think. I’m an old school driver and used to just hitting the pedal, closing the circuit and boom lights come on. Too much tech sometimes is too much.

When I'm in stop and go traffic, I use my flashers to get the attention of drivers behind me when there are red tail lights ahead of me. I keep an eye on my rear view mirror to determine if the following vehicle is slowing.

Most of you won't want to do this, but I keep a traffic safety cone upright in the bed near the tailgate. It seems to get the attention of other drivers. I use it in my work. When parked at the curb, if I need to leave my tailgate down, I set it on the lowered tailgate so the car behind me won't damage my tailgate when it exits its parking spot.

 

[commadorebob]

Cell phones and response bias.

We are a Maverick forum, so we will see reports of wrecked Mavericks more than other brands. But 100% people looking at their phones is the problem.

 

[William Buckman]

This might help: I put a 3 flash LED to replace the brake light located on the cab. I know some drivers might find this annoying, but that's sort of the point . . . attention. In case you're one who may think more is better, it is against the law to do this to your main brake lights. Something about impersonating an emergency vehicle.

Doesn't that interfere with the other brake lights? What bulb did you use? I Def like the idea.

 

[Jalopy Technology]

In the end getting rear ended is what got Rock Hudson...

 

[rclee]

When everyone first got their Mavericks (early 2021 to 2022) there were a lot of rear end wrecks. Then Ford had a couple of Brake/Turn signal recalls, and the reports of rear end hits seemed to lessen. Is it just me, or do any of the older members see this trend?

 

[Old Fart]

I'm the guy that sees the red light , taps the brakes to cancel Cruise Control and coast to the light, all of the AH drivers pass me to charge up to the light as I coast in, without fully stopping. You can judge the status of the traffic signals in town by the crosswalk signal, if it's on the count down to zero the light is changing, slow down so the idiot behind you will inevitably go around you. Problemo solved.

 

[EffNo50]

What a serendipitous post! Just earlier today, I was looking to buy something like this because to turn into my driveway, which is off a 55mph two-lane highway (so people are going 70+), you really need the person behind to see you.

I've had MANY encounters where to car behind me fails to see me slowing down then I have to ABORT the driveway turn and gun it to avoid getting hit. I think its mostly just distracted drivers.

I've seen too many rear end videos on here and have been on a protect-and-prevent-mods-first mission.
I tapped into the turn/stop lights with both a tailgate strip and some LED strips on either side of the 3rd brake light.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/aD69SdfRoj42N1ev5

The tailgate strip is attached at the very bottom of the tailgate, instead of under it on the bed for maximum visibilty. I used this but note, it requires tapping into the wiring harness which I did at each tail light. Using the trailer connector make the truck think a trailer is attached.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0841K5FJB/
But had found another I would use next time...sorry link not handy.
Also note, I found the tail light to be brighter than my tail lights so I did not connect the tail light wire on this strip. I didn't want anyone to think I might be riding my brakes and wanted MAXIMUM visual impact when I brake or signal.

The ones on either side of the 3rd brake light are higher up so it is more likely to be seen by the vehicle behind the one behind me. I'm searching for better ones as these are more tail light brightness than turn/stop:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09NBFJCZK/
These are also wired to the same as the tailgate LED strip.

 

[tddawson]

I have the Pulse system in my truck. It was installed at the dealer for around $190. If you get rear-ended and your truck is totaled, Pulse pays an extra $3000 to whatever your insurance pays out.

https://pulseprotects.com/

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