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allendoerfer on Jan 22, 2015 | parent | context | favorite | on: The rise of fake engine noise

In Germany it is generally the other way round, especially when children are involved. The driver of a car has to take care of pedestrians and cyclists. Even if a driver follows the rules perfectly fine, § 1.1 of the law (you have to take care of others) always beats the rest.

CalRobert on Jan 22, 2015 [–]

Interestingly, Germany is also the most wonderful place I know for a drive. They're well-trained, considerate, and skilled.

allendoerfer on Jan 22, 2015 | [–]

You get what you (let people) pay for. A drivers license costs ~1500€ here.

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