The Rabbit – the vehicle you follow.  When you don’t feel like setting a pace, finding a ‘rabbit’ to follow can take the pressure off.  (See also:  CGP).  A vehicle in front gives you addition information about the road – they will hit obstacles before you and you can use their lights in the dark.

Note:  Not necessarily a VW Rabbit, but always a plus when you get to follow an old white GTI.

Not all rabbits are created equal(See also, PCD).  The wrong one can make your trip even more stressful and the right one can make the day go by a lot faster.

Look for one that appears to be alert and paying attention to the road.  If they’re swerving all over the place, drifting across lines and into rumble strips it may be best to leave it alone and wait for the next one.

Check the plates – locals usually know the roads better and have a better feel for what the local police enforcement are willing to tolerate.  And if they get it wrong, hopefully they’re the ones who get the ticket.

Pick a small rabbit – it’s nice to be able to see over or around it when you’re trying to figure out what’s going on up ahead.  When not available, settle for something with untinted windows.

Remember, in any given day, there are always more rabbits behind you.  Relax and just wait for the next one to come along.

Origins:  Greyhound racing’s lure