Rules for Driving in SA:
1. Never indicate - it gives away your next move
2. Under no circumstance should you leave a safe distance between you and the car in front of you, this space will be filled by at least 2 taxis and a BMW
3. The faster you drive thru a red light, the less chance you have of getting hit
4. Never, ever come to a complete stop at a stop sign. No one expects it and it will only result in you being rear-ended
5. Speed limits are arbitrary, given only as a guideline. They are especially NOT applicable in South Africa during rush hour. That's why it's called 'rush hour....'
6. Always slow down and rubberneck when you see an accident or even someone changing a tyre. Never stop to help - you will be mugged
7.Learn to swerve abruptly. South Africa is the home of the high-speed slalom driver thanks to the government, placing holes in key locations to test drivers' reflexes and keep them on their toes
8. Hooting at taxi drivers is a must, whether they stop on the road or at the bus stop, same thing, they ruined your day!
9. When you see an ambulance, sirens on, followed by the towtrucks, gliding through traffic as everyone makes way, by all means get behind it and follow it as long as you can.
10. When pulled over for speeding or any other infringement, make sure your R100 note is visible enough to tempt the officer to maak 'n plan!
1. Never indicate - it gives away your next move
2. Under no circumstance should you leave a safe distance between you and the car in front of you, this space will be filled by at least 2 taxis and a BMW
3. The faster you drive thru a red light, the less chance you have of getting hit
4. Never, ever come to a complete stop at a stop sign. No one expects it and it will only result in you being rear-ended
5. Speed limits are arbitrary, given only as a guideline. They are especially NOT applicable in South Africa during rush hour. That's why it's called 'rush hour....'
6. Always slow down and rubberneck when you see an accident or even someone changing a tyre. Never stop to help - you will be mugged
7.Learn to swerve abruptly. South Africa is the home of the high-speed slalom driver thanks to the government, placing holes in key locations to test drivers' reflexes and keep them on their toes
8. Hooting at taxi drivers is a must, whether they stop on the road or at the bus stop, same thing, they ruined your day!
9. When you see an ambulance, sirens on, followed by the towtrucks, gliding through traffic as everyone makes way, by all means get behind it and follow it as long as you can.
10. When pulled over for speeding or any other infringement, make sure your R100 note is visible enough to tempt the officer to maak 'n plan!