Gonzo the Face Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Interesting article in the other English Language newspaper about clip showing a pick-up truck in CM refusing to given way to an ambulance under red light conditions. This is something that has bothered me for many years. The lack of drivers here giving way and the lack of police doing anything about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Topic already running here http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/964032-impatience-and-idiot-with-a-capital-i/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonwilly Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I reported on Thai Visa the other year that in one week I had seen 2 instances where Thai drivers cleared the road for Ambulances. I learned to drive a car in Germany where there is no debate Flashing Blue lights you got of the road and make way, or the Police would take action. john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 15 minutes ago, jonwilly said: I reported on Thai Visa the other year that in one week I had seen 2 instances where Thai drivers cleared the road for Ambulances. I learned to drive a car in Germany where there is no debate Flashing Blue lights you got of the road and make way, or the Police would take action. john never seen it in 10 years Thais don't get out of the way for anyone and will race you to beat the lights just because they are 'Thai'. I have observed, countless times, Thais just sit there when there is clearly an Ambulance trying to get through it's a disgrace but after all these years I just accept TiT and parking where they want, blocking ambulances and never letting people out is just a part of the Thai psyche. Irresponsibility is a national trait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonwilly Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I have ridden/driven in CM for last 15 years and Thai's still baffle me. They can be very understanding then next driver is a 100% ass. Mainly a government problem. In UK as youths we where brought up on Look Right, Look Left and Only a Fool forgets the 2 second rule. Nothing on Thai TV. It's only within the last 4 weeks that I have sen a Car with Driving Instructor written on, I assume a Driving school. john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard2010 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I agree This includes anyone going through a RED LIGHT i see so much every day on my morning bike ride They have even flashed there light at me to tell me they are still coming through As the saying goes Where Are The Police When You Need Then Along side of the eastern moat pulling tourist over for the 400 baht fine Easy pickings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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