This trip is only my third time driving in Taiwan but I am beginning to feel like a pro already. Here are my personal observations and learning about Taiwan’s driving manners.
1. Focus on what’s ahead.
Don’t bother to look into rear view mirrors. You are in front so you own the road until someone else gets in front of you.
2. No horning unless the driver in front is dreaming.
Although there are cars and bikes going all around you, drivers hardly thump their horns. So, just keep calm and carry on.
3. Be prepared for everything. Yes, anything.
Just when we thought we had seen it all, something unexpected would always appear on the road.
Case in point:- A scooter with a doggy in a basket at the feet. A motorcycle crossing the road with the pedestrians – both directions. An old man strolling across the road with a “you hit me, you die!” attitude.
In other words, wherever you go, just need to look straight ahead. Be bold and have full faith that the ones behind are keeping their eyes on you. Oh, lest I forget, keep praying too!
大家一起向前看吧!
P/S : Do take a closer look at the picture. A cute little doggy was curiously popping out its head admiring what was ahead. Look how calm it was!
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