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Road Safety in Thailand – a summary of Perceptions and Reality
Driving for 50 years doesn’t automatically mean you understand road safety systems—just like being a passenger on thousands of flights doesn’t make you an aviation expert. Road safety isn’t just about ‘bad drivers’—it’s about how systems are designed to prevent mistakes from turning fatal. Blaming drivers alone ignores decades of research showing that accidents are multi-factorial. Infrastructure, vehicle safety, enforcement, emergency response, and cultural attitudes all play a role. The idea that ‘if everyone just drove responsibly, there would be no accidents’ is naive—it ignores human error, which is inevitable. That’s why developed nations focus on designing forgiving roads and safer transport systems, not just demanding ‘better drivers.’ Claiming Thailand simply has ‘more bad drivers’ is a stereotype, not an analysis. If Thai drivers were inherently worse, why do Thai people drive safely when in countries with stronger road safety policies? The difference isn’t in the drivers—it’s in the system they are driving in. If you actually want to reduce road deaths, focus on real solutions: better infrastructure, enforcement, and public awareness, not tired generalizations about Thai drivers. -
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Trump Makes it Official: Enacts Sweeping Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China
President Donald Trump officially imposed long-anticipated tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China on Saturday, following through on his pledge to push America’s top trading partners to contribute more. The new measures will see Canada and Mexico hit with a 25% tariff on all imports, while Chinese goods will face a 10% tariff. Additionally, a 10% tariff will apply to energy imports from Canada, covering natural gas, oil, and electricity. The Executive Orders include a retaliation clause, which allows for even higher tariffs if these nations respond with countermeasures. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt stated on Friday that the tariffs were introduced in response to the three countries’ handling of illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking, which she claimed had caused the deaths of “tens of millions” of Americans. “We need to protect Americans, and it is my duty as President to ensure the safety of all. I made a promise on my Campaign to stop the flood of illegal aliens and drugs from pouring across our Borders, and Americans overwhelmingly voted in favor of it,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. The tariffs are being enacted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEA), which grants the President authority to regulate imports during a declared national emergency. Last month, Trump invoked the National Emergencies Act (NEA), citing the crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. The move has sparked strong criticism from Democrats, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer condemning the tariffs as harmful to American consumers. “It would be nice if Donald Trump could start focusing on getting the prices down instead of making them go up,” he told CNN. Schumer argued that the tariffs “will likely hit Americans in their wallets” and insisted that the focus should be on countering unfair trade practices by China rather than punishing allies. Schumer also took to X, warning in a series of posts that these tariffs could drive up costs on everyday items, even joking that “Wait till Trump’s tariffs raise your pizza prices.” The first phase of Trump’s trade war with Canada is set to take effect on Tuesday, implementing the 25% tariff on nearly all Canadian imports. The result could be significant price hikes for ordinary Americans across a wide range of products. One of the hardest-hit industries will be automobiles. In 2024, the U.S. imported over $100 billion worth of vehicles and parts from Mexico, with an additional $34 billion coming from Canada. The tariffs will likely lead to higher car prices in the short term, until domestic suppliers can ramp up production to compensate. Food prices will also be affected. The U.S. imported $46 billion worth of agricultural goods from Mexico in 2024, including $9 billion in fresh fruit. Grocery store prices on these products are expected to rise as the tariffs take effect. Tequila and margaritas could also become more expensive due to increased costs on Mexican imports. Consumer electronics will not be spared either. The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) estimates that these tariffs could reduce American spending power by $90 billion on items such as smartphones, laptops, TVs, gaming consoles, and headphones. Ed Brzytwa, vice president of international trade at CTA, told CBS News that price hikes will be swift. “The likelihood of retailers or any importer absorbing the tariff cost is very low, so the pass-through to consumers will be quick. On all the products we looked at, there are going to be price increases.” Laptops and tablets could see a 45% jump in prices, while smartphones and video games may also experience double-digit cost increases. A report from the Peterson Institute estimates that Trump’s proposed tariffs could end up costing the typical American household over $2,600 per year. As the new measures take effect, the full economic impact remains to be seen, but many experts warn that U.S. consumers will bear the brunt of these policies. Based on a report by NYP 2025-02-03 -
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And, I would have said... Anywhere dogging is not illegal. -
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A rant about Thai driving.. I know.. Yaaaawwwnn
Thai people are generally unskilled at driving. Thats a fact -
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Road Safety in Thailand – a summary of Perceptions and Reality
"Blaming 'incompetent Thai drivers' is just another variation of racial stereotyping. Thai drivers are no more or less competent than drivers anywhere else—the difference lies in the road safety system they operate within. The claim that poor infrastructure isn’t a reason for deadly accidents is simply wrong. Road design plays a massive role in crash risk—lack of proper signage, poor lighting, unsafe intersections, and road maintenance issues all contribute to fatalities. That’s why countries with strong road safety policies focus on systemic improvements, not just blaming individuals. Expecting drivers to just 'adjust their speed' without proper enforcement, road design, and public awareness campaigns ignores how road safety actually works. A Safe System approach recognizes that people make mistakes, so roads, vehicles, and policies must be designed to reduce the consequences of those mistakes. Generalizing Thai drivers as ‘incompetent’ is lazy and unhelpful. If we want real change, we need to focus on data-driven solutions, not stereotypes." -
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Road Safety in Thailand – a summary of Perceptions and Reality
You have to make up your mind if it is ok or not so ok to use "they". I others use the word you call it "racist rubbish". But when you use the same word then it seems you think that is perfectly ok. Why should anybody listen to you?
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