10 Weird Traffic Laws Around The World
If finding your way to your destination in a strange city feels like a difficult task, it is not hard to imagine how troublesome it would be to drive in a foreign country. Things do not appear to be in your favour as bizarre road signs, speedometers that only register in kilometres or miles and steering wheel alignments which in some cases happen to be on the wrong side, attempts to mess with your head. As if these were not enough, the traffic laws can just be as strange and baffling as the roadways themselves. Many of these laws have been highlighted in The Huffington Post but there is always more to explore.
Although the information provided by the publication was enlightening, there is more to these crazy driving laws than meets the eye. There were many laws that fulfilled the requirement of being weird which were brought to light with the help of Autos Section of Yahoo and the U.K. division of AOL. You might find it surprising and even wonder that how any of these laws are even exist and why are they still being implemented.
The weird traffic laws around the world will amuse you because they are really whacky. The 10 traffic laws mentioned below will surely leave you surprised and make you wonder whether they actually exist or not.
Do Not Drive Topless In Thailand
In Thailand, it is mandatory for male and female drivers to keep their shirts on, no matter how high the temperature is. This law is applicable for operators of cars, buses and the popular Tuk Tuk cabs. You might ask yourself that if someone is not driving, can they still go shirtless to enjoy the hot sun and get some tanning in the back of the vehicle. Well, take a trip to Thailand and find out yourself! Make sure that you tell us too!
Keep Your Car Clean In Russia
Driving a dirty car in Russia can get you fined up to $57 and it does not matter whether it is dirty on the outside or in the inside. This law was put in place to keep license plates clean during winter season as the snow and ice effect the visibility of the license plate as salt and grime are likely to stick. Some vehicle wrapping services may give your car rusty appearance which makes it look dirty even though your car may be one of the cleanest on the street. This law causes more trouble for motorists as it is also illegal to clean your vehicle anywhere outside of your home or car wash.
Do Not Run Out Of Fuel On Autobahn
According to The Huffington Post, when driving on the Autobahn, it is illegal to stop anywhere on the high-speed freeway unless it is an emergency. If you run out of fuel midway, it would be considered as driver’s negligence. Shortage of fuel may cause a very heavy charge for endangering the driver themselves and others due to inaccurate judgment of required fuel.
Carry An Extra Pair Of Glasses While Driving In Spain
If you require vision-correcting glasses to drive a car in Spain, you are also required to carry a spare set in the car at all times just in case if one gets damaged or goes missing. This law is applicable throughout the country and it is left on the judgment of the police officer whether the driver deserves the ticket or not.
Use Of Headlights 24 Hours A Day In Sweden
Do not honk at other motorists in Sweden whose headlights are on in broad daylight. It is so because they are legally required to keep them on 24 hours a day. This law is in effect even in the month of June, when in certain parts of the country, the sun never sets.
Do Not Ride With A Drunk Driver In Japan
Driving a car while intoxicated is a crime all over the world. But if you are sober and take a ride with a drunk driver behind the wheels, it may land you in legal trouble. As it happens, sober passenger in the car with a drunk driver can be punished under the law.
Do Not Drive Blindfolded in Alabama, USA
Although this act of driving blindfolded sounds stupid, the unknown story behind implementing this law sure looks interesting which might be even weirder.
