Road Rules: Asia

*Applies to Buses and Mini Vans*

1. Honk loudly and with frequency. This ensures that anything smaller than you gets out of the way (this includes but is not limited to scooters, woman & children, cows and tuk tuks).

2. When passing other vehicles only do so at bends in the road. This makes it more exciting for the passengers and the driver (not knowing if there is oncoming traffic is fun).
a) When passing on the curve ensure you are going really fast so that you can take the bend on two wheels and make that cool tire/pavement screechy noise.

3. If passing through a small village increase your speed to double the speed limit (refer to rule #1 re: honking). The kids and/or dogs who are playing and crossing the road get out of the way so it's fun (it kind of makes it like frogger but like, in reality!).

4. It doesn't really matter what side of the road you drive on. We do recommend the right side for continuity and to ensure road harmony. Keep in mind that the left, middle or side of the road also work just fine (refer to rule #1 re: honking and #2 re: overtaking).

5. When taking tourists on package tours be sure to leave an hour after the scheduled departure and THEN go to fill up the vehicle with gas.

6. Always remember, traffic cops are only there to accept bribes (we recommend you keep lots of small bills on hand).

Any questions?