CB,
Sorry this is a late reply, only just got back from last trip.
(6552k in all)
As a "supposed" reasonable, considerate & patient driver, I can't help but wonder if you actually realise that the speed limits (imposed by government legislation) are by their very name LIMITS & not a challenge !
HGV's (LGV's) are - in general, limited to around 10-20 MPH less than cars on most roads.
The fact they are in charge of a vehicle which can be in excess of 40 Tonnes, is a major factor on how the driver tackles any particular road.
He is responsible for not only the safe delivery of his load, but also the safety of other road users.
If you are so tight on time for making your journey, maybe you should take this & other factors into consideration ?
ie: like when some (no doubt) 'considerate, reasonable & patient' (?) car driver has caused a "stack" on the motorway, usually in the rush hour - thereby causing havoc for the many other road users !!???
CONSIDER the points I have made,
REASON with the sense of it,
But most of all,
Be PATIENT, our truck drivers are there for your benefit -
EVERY SUPERMARKET
IN EVERY TOWN
WOULD SHUT DOWN
IF NO TRUCKS WERE AROUND !!!
(not to mention a whole bunch of other stuff !)